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W12 APD

2004 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

103,715 mi
Last recorded103,715 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW12 APD
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2017 103,715 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 97,804 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 91,701 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 85,685 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2013 70,737 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2013 70,737 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 50,892 miles

Airbag warning light showing on dash

Offside Front 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 30 Sep 2011 44,831 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 37,431 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2010 37,431 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2009 30,481 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 24,946 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 19,703 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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W12 APD is a 2004 Audi A8 in Silver with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 W12 APD, 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 W12 APD registered?

W12 APD is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 24 November 2004.

Is W12 APD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W12 APD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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