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S8 XPS

2002 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

150,360 mi
Last recorded150,360 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Audi A8101,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 XPS
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 150,360 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 150,210 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Oct 2023 150,210 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 148,400 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2022 148,400 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 143,170 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 140,817 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 127,865 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 127,865 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Dec 2012 116,009 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 110,290 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 106,198 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 97,522 miles

engine management light on

Pass 11 Nov 2008 89,964 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 70,269 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 69,892 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 69,240 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 62,537 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 XPS is a 2002 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XPS, 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 XPS registered?

S8 XPS is a 2002 Audi A8, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is S8 XPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S8 XPS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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