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VN54 YDM

2004 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

134,653 mi
Last recorded134,653 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2023
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN54 YDM
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2023 134,653 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 133,119 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2022 133,117 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 27% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 131,711 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 128,877 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 126,976 miles

Leak on headlight wash system

Fail 24 Jul 2018 126,976 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Leak on headlight wash system

Pass 7 Jul 2017 126,175 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 124,996 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 123,490 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 121,962 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 114,463 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 97,396 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 89,122 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 83,703 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 78,085 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 65,486 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 52,856 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 52,854 miles

Offside Front Upper Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2007 42,480 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.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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VN54 YDM is a 2004 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 VN54 YDM, 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 VN54 YDM registered?

VN54 YDM is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 30 December 2004.

Is VN54 YDM safe to buy?

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