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R730 UJM

1997 Audi A8

Red Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,690 mi
Last recorded122,690 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Audi A8124,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR730 UJM
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2012 122,690 miles

front disc rusty

Pass 28 Apr 2011 114,187 miles

Front discs corroded on inner face

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 May 2010 109,424 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 104,775 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 104,771 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 100,568 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 96,938 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 90,021 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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R730 UJM is a 1997 Audi A8 in Red with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 124,164 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R730 UJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Audi A8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of R730 UJM?

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What year was R730 UJM registered?

R730 UJM is a 1997 Audi A8, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is R730 UJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R730 UJM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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