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RN53 FCF

2003 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

92,463 mi
Last recorded92,463 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN53 FCF
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2018 92,463 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 92,448 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2017 81,700 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 81,700 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2016 73,171 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 61,557 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 55,399 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jun 2012 49,779 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 May 2011 45,314 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

airbag warning lamp on dash

front brake disc's slightly worn

Fail 25 May 2011 45,291 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

airbag warning lamp on dash

front brake disc's slightly worn

Pass 18 Jun 2010 40,230 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 40,303 miles

plastic covers fitted to underside of vehicle

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 28 May 2009 35,419 miles

n/s/f tyre 2mm on inner edge

Pass 24 May 2008 30,422 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 24,735 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 22,853 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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RN53 FCF is a 2003 Audi A8 in Grey with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 92,860 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 RN53 FCF, 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 23 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RN53 FCF registered?

RN53 FCF is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is RN53 FCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN53 FCF shows 16 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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