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W56 FBW

2000 Audi A8

Purple Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

152,524 mi
Last recorded152,524 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2020
Typical for 2000 Audi A8111,940 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW56 FBW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2000
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2020 152,524 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 151,342 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 150,786 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 150,050 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 147,921 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 145,707 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 144,218 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 142,988 miles

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

advanced corrosion to both front brake discs.

Fail 24 Apr 2013 142,988 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

advanced corrosion to both front brake discs.

Pass 3 Apr 2012 139,696 miles

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

advanced corrosion to front brake discs.

Fail 3 Apr 2012 139,696 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

advanced corrosion to front brake discs.

Pass 14 Apr 2011 136,249 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 13 Apr 2011 136,249 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 6 Apr 2011 136,216 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 133,408 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 22 Apr 2009 128,959 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 128,959 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 123,958 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2008 123,958 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 121,050 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 121,050 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2006 105,363 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

n/s/f tyre outer wall split not to 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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W56 FBW is a 2000 Audi A8 in Purple with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W56 FBW, 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 W56 FBW registered?

W56 FBW is a 2000 Audi A8, first registered on 3 March 2000.

Is W56 FBW safe to buy?

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