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WA04 XWU

2004 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

194,488 mi
Last recorded194,488 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA04 XWU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2017 194,488 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all four (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 174,451 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

both front anti roll bar bushes deteriorated

front wiper slightly poor

Pass 23 Jul 2015 154,462 miles

under tray fitted full

Pass 10 Jun 2014 151,888 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 149,878 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jun 2012 143,320 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 138,199 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 29 Jul 2010 129,656 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 105,126 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 84,793 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 61,342 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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WA04 XWU is a 2004 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WA04 XWU, 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 WA04 XWU registered?

WA04 XWU is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 15 June 2004.

Is WA04 XWU safe to buy?

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