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SH04 LNR

2004 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

120,890 mi
Last recorded120,890 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH04 LNR
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 120,890 miles

Front anti roll bar link bushes deteriorated slightly

Front brake discs slightly worn

Front shock absorber bushes deteriorated

O/s/f tyre bald on inner edge 235/50/18 101W Accelera currently fitted

Rear anti roll bar link rubber bushes deteriorated

Rear shock absorber casings corroded

Fail 6 Jun 2016 120,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake discs slightly worn

Front anti roll bar link bushes deteriorated slightly

Front shock absorber bushes deteriorated

O/s/f tyre bald on inner edge 235/50/18 101W Accelera currently fitted

Rear anti roll bar link rubber bushes deteriorated

Rear shock absorber casings corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2015 100,685 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 89,594 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2014 89,594 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 85,841 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 78,328 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 73,760 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 67,091 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2010 67,053 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2010 63,685 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 49,628 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 49,628 miles

registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 31 Dec 2007 42,511 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2007 42,510 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 27,213 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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SH04 LNR is a 2004 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SH04 LNR, 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 SH04 LNR registered?

SH04 LNR is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 21 April 2004.

Is SH04 LNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH04 LNR shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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