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S8 BFY

2002 Audi A8

Black Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

91,425 mi
Last recorded91,425 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Audi A8101,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 BFY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Mar 2026 91,425 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 87,100 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 83,089 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 83,021 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 82,668 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 82,230 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Jan 2020 82,065 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 80,282 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 78,198 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 76,004 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 74,315 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 72,170 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 66,926 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 63,887 miles

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

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

Fail 17 May 2012 63,886 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 59,960 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 56,057 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 49,370 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 42,187 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 34,675 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 34,526 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 20 May 2006 30,442 miles
Pass 26 May 2005 20,198 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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S8 BFY is a 2002 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2002 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 101,946 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 S8 BFY, 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 24 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S8 BFY registered?

S8 BFY is a 2002 Audi A8, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is S8 BFY safe to buy?

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