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X779 VWX

2001 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

183,291 mi
Last recorded183,291 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Audi A8103,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX779 VWX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2014 183,291 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Feb 2014 183,291 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 176,471 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2012 170,651 miles

Minor leakage from O/S/F outer CV boot but no splits evident.

Minor oil leak from front transfer box.

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 170,651 miles

Minor leakage from O/S/F outer CV boot but no splits evident.

Minor oil leak from front transfer box.

Pass 23 Feb 2011 166,635 miles

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

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

nearside front hub assembly/constant volocity joint gaitor dam with fluid

Pass 18 Mar 2010 159,544 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 151,075 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 147,137 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 147,137 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 13,414 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2005 110,203 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2005 110,192 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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X779 VWX is a 2001 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 X779 VWX, 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.

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What year was X779 VWX registered?

X779 VWX is a 2001 Audi A8, first registered on 8 January 2001.

Is X779 VWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for X779 VWX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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