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VK52 JAO

2002 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

160,438 mi
Last recorded160,438 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2018
Typical for 2002 Audi A8101,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK52 JAO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2018 160,438 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 153,478 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 146,903 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 139,509 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2015 139,509 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 134,761 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 128,335 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 120,724 miles

n/s/ c.v gaiter has slight leak of grease

o/s/r tyre on 3mm

rear brake pads low

Fail 16 Feb 2012 120,724 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake pads low

n/s/ c.v gaiter has slight leak of grease

o/s/r tyre on 3mm

Pass 16 Feb 2011 112,422 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 101,677 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 86,374 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 73,173 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 73,173 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 57,797 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 34,127 miles

n/s/r & o/s/r tyres worn on outer edges

n/s/r tyre punctured

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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VK52 JAO is a 2002 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2002 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 101,946 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 VK52 JAO, 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 24 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 VK52 JAO registered?

VK52 JAO is a 2002 Audi A8, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is VK52 JAO safe to buy?

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