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WR53 ZJN

2004 Audi A8

Black Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

138,760 mi
Last recorded138,760 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR53 ZJN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 138,760 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 133,533 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 129,921 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Under tray fitted

Pass 7 Jan 2020 129,723 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 129,254 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2018 128,980 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2017 127,426 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 127,426 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 126,022 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 124,243 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 122,236 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 122,229 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 120,351 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 116,294 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 111,075 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 105,438 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 99,921 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 96,364 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2007 78,801 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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WR53 ZJN is a 2004 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 WR53 ZJN, 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 WR53 ZJN registered?

WR53 ZJN is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 13 January 2004.

Is WR53 ZJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR53 ZJN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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