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SJI 5583

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

153,879 mi
Last recorded153,879 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJI 5583
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2014 153,879 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 149,937 miles

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

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

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

air suspension slow to lift

engine managment light on

Pass 28 Jun 2012 140,765 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 Jun 2012 140,764 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 127,858 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)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 113,468 miles

both front tyres worn off on edges

Pass 30 Jun 2009 97,574 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 80,147 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 May 2007 72,746 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 61,748 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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SJI 5583 is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 SJI 5583, 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 SJI 5583 registered?

SJI 5583 is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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