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VX53 OMK

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

125,685 mi
Last recorded125,685 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 OMK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 125,685 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs have surface rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated old grease on cv boot but no visible holes (6.1.7 (g) (i))

under floors and engine bay covered

Fail 21 Feb 2019 125,685 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs have surface rust (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated old grease on cv boot but no visible holes (6.1.7 (g) (i))

under floors and engine bay covered

Pass 15 Feb 2017 121,202 miles

advise all 4 tyres starting to loose inner tread bands recommend alignment check

advise park brake warning light flashes intermittently although system is working fine

Pass 6 Feb 2016 118,188 miles

advise temporary repair on n/s front exhaust flexi pipe pipe monitor

Pass 10 Feb 2015 113,409 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 109,537 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 104,895 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 95,972 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 87,015 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 82,412 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 82,412 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 78,755 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 71,736 miles

o/s/f tyre has slight cuts to outer wall, not showing cords.

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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VX53 OMK is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 92,860 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 VX53 OMK, 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 23 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 VX53 OMK registered?

VX53 OMK is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 9 September 2003.

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