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SV52 GJG

2002 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Audi A8101,946 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV52 GJG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 127,486 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 122,245 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 118,176 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 111,867 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 108,259 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 101,462 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2019 101,462 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 91,082 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 80,467 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak ()

Fail 20 Oct 2017 80,464 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Oct 2016 71,423 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 70,322 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 68,296 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 62,404 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 9 Aug 2008 56,891 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 50,781 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 43,268 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 43,268 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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SV52 GJG is a 2002 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2002 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 101,946 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 SV52 GJG, 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 24 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 SV52 GJG registered?

SV52 GJG is a 2002 Audi A8, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is SV52 GJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV52 GJG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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