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S38 SNA

1998 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

165,912 mi
Last recorded165,912 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2008
Typical for 1998 Audi A8121,138 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS38 SNA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Oct 2008 165,912 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2008 165,912 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 158,888 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 139,786 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 135,080 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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S38 SNA is a 1998 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 121,138 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 S38 SNA, 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 28 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 S38 SNA?

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What year was S38 SNA registered?

S38 SNA is a 1998 Audi A8, first registered on 6 August 1998.

Is S38 SNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S38 SNA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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