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SD54 LNA

2004 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

139,812 mi
Last recorded139,812 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD54 LNA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2017 139,812 miles

covers on outer sills

engine cover and undertrays fitted

front brake discs lipped quite badly

slight lip rear brake discs

Fail 16 Sep 2017 139,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

covers on outer sills

engine cover and undertrays fitted

front brake discs lipped quite badly

slight lip rear brake discs

Pass 29 Sep 2016 125,147 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 125,147 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 117,625 miles

both rear tyres are worn

brake pad warning light is on

brake pad warning wires need attention

engine undershield will need attention

new front and rear brake pads fitted

rear nearside replacement caliper fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2014 111,754 miles

Brake pad warning on dash

Misting of fluid on near side rear suspension assembly.

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 105,273 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 22 Sep 2012 96,704 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front brake discs corroded on inner edge

Pass 21 Sep 2011 86,732 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 13 Sep 2011 86,710 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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 27 Sep 2010 75,823 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 67,985 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 49,627 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 49,627 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

esp fault

small crack on windscreen

Pass 12 Sep 2007 42,874 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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SD54 LNA is a 2004 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SD54 LNA, 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 SD54 LNA registered?

SD54 LNA is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 24 September 2004.

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