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RL04 UMD

2004 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,637 mi
Last recorded118,637 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL04 UMD
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 118,637 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 104,078 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 102,872 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both side (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damage (6.3.1d)

Front wipers does not clear the windscreen effectively

Nearside Front jacking point missing

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated and cracking on side wall

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement top inner arm (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 May 2016 102,872 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both side (2.4.G.2)

Front Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control under try cover (6.1.B.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damage (6.3.1d)

Front wipers does not clear the windscreen effectively

Nearside Front jacking point missing

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated and cracking on side wall

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement top inner arm (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 May 2015 100,299 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 19 May 2015 100,299 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2014 96,255 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2013 91,418 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2012 84,469 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 78,450 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 70,120 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 58,524 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 52,952 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 44,318 miles

Slight oil leak from area of rear differential

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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RL04 UMD is a 2004 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 97,668 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 RL04 UMD, 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 22 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RL04 UMD registered?

RL04 UMD is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 29 July 2004.

Is RL04 UMD safe to buy?

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