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V593 TUD

1999 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

147,116 mi
Last recorded147,116 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2011
Typical for 1999 Audi A8120,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV593 TUD
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2011 147,116 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 147,116 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 130,947 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 133,299 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 133,299 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 17 May 2008 124,570 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 123,583 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 123,583 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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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V593 TUD is a 1999 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 V593 TUD, 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

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What year was V593 TUD registered?

V593 TUD is a 1999 Audi A8, first registered on 24 November 1999.

Is V593 TUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V593 TUD shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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