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X431 VWR

2001 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

105,888 mi
Last recorded105,888 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Audi A8103,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX431 VWR
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 105,888 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 105,888 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 100,776 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 99,043 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 98,014 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 96,021 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 89,027 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 83,838 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 81,593 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 76,764 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2009 73,330 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2008 72,216 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 69,569 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 61,792 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 60,317 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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X431 VWR is a 2001 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2001 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 103,989 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 X431 VWR, 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 25 years old, this Audi A8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X431 VWR registered?

X431 VWR is a 2001 Audi A8, first registered on 2 January 2001.

Is X431 VWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X431 VWR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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