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SE04 TLX

2004 Audi A8

Black Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

84,669 mi
Last recorded84,669 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE04 TLX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 84,669 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 80,197 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 78,178 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 74,758 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 73,037 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 71,506 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 64,444 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Dec 2014 64,444 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2014 63,248 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 61,862 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 60,791 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 60,791 miles

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

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2010 59,615 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 51,819 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Feb 2009 38,057 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

steering and susp slight

Pass 2 Feb 2009 38,057 miles

steering and susp slight

Pass 17 Jun 2008 32,523 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 32,523 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 25,115 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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SE04 TLX is a 2004 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SE04 TLX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SE04 TLX registered?

SE04 TLX is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is SE04 TLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE04 TLX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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