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Y251 HEP

2001 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,218 mi
Last recorded101,218 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Audi A8103,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY251 HEP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2025 101,218 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

chip in windscreen

Pass 18 Jul 2024 101,022 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 100,892 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 99,465 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 97,824 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 96,710 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished between tread

Offside Rear tyre perished between tread

Pass 3 Jul 2019 94,798 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 90,655 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 88,917 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 88,534 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 86,865 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 85,679 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 85,017 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jul 2012 83,206 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 81,996 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 78,036 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2009 73,650 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 67,796 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 64,066 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 57,943 miles

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

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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Y251 HEP is a 2001 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y251 HEP, 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

How do I check the history of Y251 HEP?

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What year was Y251 HEP registered?

Y251 HEP is a 2001 Audi A8, first registered on 26 July 2001.

Is Y251 HEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y251 HEP shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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