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W421 WBK

2000 Audi A8

Black Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

116,695 mi
Last recorded116,695 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 2000 Audi A8111,940 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW421 WBK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 116,695 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 113,956 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 111,617 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Feb 2014 111,598 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 110,738 miles

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

n/s/f inner tyre edge worn

Pass 18 Mar 2011 107,926 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 107,914 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 103,284 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 97,147 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 95,149 miles

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

both rear tyres worn low on inner edges

Fail 19 Mar 2008 95,144 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise replacement of both front tyres as soon as possible

both front tyres worn smooth on inner edges

nearside rear tyre worn low on inner edge and punctured

Pass 7 Aug 2006 78,745 miles

Both front outer driveshaft gaitors perished.

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Slight play in both front lower front suspension ball joints.

front brake pads in poor condition (recommend replacment in near future)

Fail 2 Aug 2006 78,743 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Front and rear brake discs worn.

Front brake pads worn to approx,4 to 5mm.

Front outer CV boots slightly perished.

N/S/F and O/S/F lower-front ball joints worn.

Rear brake pads worn to approx,6 to 7mm.

Slight deterioration to outer front brake pad material.Advise further checking in near future.

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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W421 WBK is a 2000 Audi A8 in Black with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2000 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 111,940 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 W421 WBK, 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 26 years old, this Audi A8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W421 WBK registered?

W421 WBK is a 2000 Audi A8, first registered on 16 March 2000.

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