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SJ53 UXT

2003 Audi A8

Green Diesel 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,300 mi
Last recorded66,300 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2012
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ53 UXT
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2012 66,300 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 66,300 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 58,791 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 49,888 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 12 Jul 2010 49,888 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 48,000 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 42,541 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 35,359 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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SJ53 UXT is a 2003 Audi A8 in Green with a 2,771cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 92,860 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 SJ53 UXT, 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 23 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 SJ53 UXT registered?

SJ53 UXT is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is SJ53 UXT safe to buy?

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