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RF51 FJV

2001 Audi A8

Green Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

150,598 mi
Last recorded150,598 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2010
Typical for 2001 Audi A8103,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF51 FJV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2010 150,598 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

osf top wishbone rubber boot split

Pass 23 Nov 2009 131,273 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2008 108,263 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2008 108,263 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 98,872 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 96,323 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 76,901 miles

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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RF51 FJV is a 2001 Audi A8 in Green with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 103,989 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 RF51 FJV, 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 25 years old, this Audi A8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RF51 FJV?

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What year was RF51 FJV registered?

RF51 FJV is a 2001 Audi A8, first registered on 22 October 2001.

Is RF51 FJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF51 FJV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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