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VK04 EFV

2004 Audi A8

Green Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

239,731 mi
Last recorded239,731 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK04 EFV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 239,731 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 230,177 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 222,379 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 214,273 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2022 208,621 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2021 201,523 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2020 193,970 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 184,739 miles

Brake lamp bulb warning illuminated on dash ( hi-level brake light disconected & removed)

WINTER TYRES FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 10 Aug 2018 167,976 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 147,866 miles

Central High level brake light removed

Fail 12 Aug 2017 147,811 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked Through previous weld repair (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Central High level brake light removed

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Smaller tyres fitted to rear of vehicle

Pass 19 Aug 2016 120,078 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 100,142 miles

wear discs

Pass 9 Aug 2014 85,708 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 69,846 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 61,491 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

repair to offside rear wheel inner edge

Fail 15 Aug 2012 61,491 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

damage to nearside front tyre

damage to nearside rear tyre

damage to offside rear tyre

repair to offside rear wheel inner edge

Pass 11 Aug 2011 58,273 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 55,174 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 49,066 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 Aug 2009 49,066 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 42,552 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 42,552 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 29,906 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 25,690 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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VK04 EFV is a 2004 Audi A8 in Green with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 VK04 EFV, 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 VK04 EFV registered?

VK04 EFV is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 9 March 2004.

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