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W12 WRG

2004 Audi A8

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

196,907 mi
Last recorded196,907 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2023
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW12 WRG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2023 196,907 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2021 195,801 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 193,957 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 190,972 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 May 2018 190,352 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 189,997 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 185,549 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 176,474 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 167,812 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 167,812 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light is on

Pass 20 May 2013 160,480 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 151,398 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn border line

Pass 11 May 2011 149,109 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 May 2010 144,804 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

front brake pads near limit

Pass 30 Apr 2009 114,123 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 74,109 miles

front nearside tyre just legal

front offside and nearside tyres are worn on the inner edges

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 WRG is a 2004 Audi A8 in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WRG, 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.

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What year was W12 WRG registered?

W12 WRG is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 16 November 2004.

Is W12 WRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W12 WRG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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