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SRZ 1399

1996 Audi A8

Black Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,390 mi
Last recorded137,390 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2021
Typical for 1996 Audi A8128,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRZ 1399
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2021 137,390 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2018 137,225 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 16 Nov 2018 137,225 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 17 Apr 2012 137,134 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 136,938 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 129,137 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 120,614 miles

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

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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SRZ 1399 is a 1996 Audi A8 in Black with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 128,033 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 SRZ 1399, 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 30 years old, this Audi A8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SRZ 1399 registered?

SRZ 1399 is a 1996 Audi A8, first registered on 10 January 1996.

Is SRZ 1399 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRZ 1399 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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