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SV54 HXE

2004 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

149,787 mi
Last recorded149,787 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV54 HXE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2021 149,787 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 140,343 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 130,352 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 110,147 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2015 91,337 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 87,045 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 75,674 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 75,594 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 64,895 miles

Nearside front tyre has cut on inner wal

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2011 54,861 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 51,434 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 43,801 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 31,590 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Nov 2007 22,871 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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SV54 HXE is a 2004 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 SV54 HXE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV54 HXE registered?

SV54 HXE is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is SV54 HXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV54 HXE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SV54 HXE have outstanding finance?

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