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SY53 BJO

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

162,957 mi
Last recorded162,957 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY53 BJO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 30 Oct 2021 162,957 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 160,926 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 158,400 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 158,400 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 155,790 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 152,247 miles

BOTH front wipers starting to smear

Nearside Front upper suspension arm bush splitting x2

covers obstructing view

Fail 7 Apr 2017 152,205 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

BOTH front wipers starting to smear

Nearside Front upper suspension arm bush splitting x2

covers obstructing view

Pass 4 Jan 2016 146,358 miles

coated brake pipes have signs of corrosion

engine covers & undertrays fitted

front brake discs slightly corroded on inner edges

scratch on windscreen zone a

Pass 4 Jan 2015 144,052 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 134,354 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 134,354 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 124,588 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 124,588 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 110,301 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 110,301 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 90,848 miles

Screenwash bottle leaking ???

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 82,518 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 66,932 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 45,158 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 42,710 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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SY53 BJO is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SY53 BJO, 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.

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What year was SY53 BJO registered?

SY53 BJO is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is SY53 BJO safe to buy?

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