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WL53 LBF

2003 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

144,645 mi
Last recorded144,645 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 LBF
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 144,645 miles

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

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

front brake discs corroded on inner surfaces

slight damage to windscreen

Pass 30 Nov 2016 140,494 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

diesel return pipes deteriorated

front tyres 3mm and wearing on edges

rear tyres 2mm

slight damage to windscreen

Pass 16 Nov 2015 133,742 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 129,734 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 124,945 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 124,945 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 119,942 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 112,340 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 99,670 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 84,077 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 67,548 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 52,362 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 35,777 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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WL53 LBF is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2003 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 92,860 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 WL53 LBF, 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 23 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WL53 LBF registered?

WL53 LBF is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is WL53 LBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL53 LBF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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