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T890 RTT

1999 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

165,195 mi
Last recorded165,195 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Audi A8120,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT890 RTT
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 165,195 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 159,409 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 151,992 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 151,932 miles

all brake discs corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2010 150,084 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 142,245 miles

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

Oil smoke emmitted from tailpipe during emmissions test.

Pass 16 Jun 2008 136,174 miles

Oil leak

both front tyres have slight damage to inner sidewalls.

rear number plate loose.

Pass 11 Jun 2007 126,500 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 120,443 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 120,438 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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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T890 RTT is a 1999 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1999 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 120,232 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 T890 RTT, 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 27 years old, this Audi A8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T890 RTT?

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What year was T890 RTT registered?

T890 RTT is a 1999 Audi A8, first registered on 6 April 1999.

Is T890 RTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T890 RTT shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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