CarVerify

Free Car Check

VA53 UEP

2004 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 3936cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

132,912 mi
Last recorded132,912 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA53 UEP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2016 132,912 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 129,066 miles

engine covers and under trays obscuring some testable items

fuel tank damaged but not leaking

Fail 15 Dec 2015 129,053 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner

engine covers and under trays obscuring some testable items

fuel tank damaged but not leaking

Pass 19 Dec 2014 125,771 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2013 123,053 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 120,221 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 120,219 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2011 113,048 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 105,967 miles

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

OSF tyre tread low at shoulders.

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

Fail 3 Dec 2010 105,874 miles

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

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

OSF tyre tread low at shoulders.

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

Pass 11 Dec 2009 98,807 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 90,963 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 83,639 miles

all tyres wearing to various degrees

Pass 28 Jul 2007 79,060 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
Full Audi A8 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VA53 UEP is a 2004 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 VA53 UEP, 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

How do I check the history of VA53 UEP?

You can check the full history of VA53 UEP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VA53 UEP registered?

VA53 UEP is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 13 January 2004.

Is VA53 UEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA53 UEP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VA53 UEP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VA53 UEP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.