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Y454 DFV

2001 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

178,432 mi
Last recorded178,432 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Audi A8103,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY454 DFV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 178,432 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 177,432 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 177,265 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 177,226 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 176,999 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 174,024 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 170,770 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 169,755 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 163,694 miles

Both rear tyres scrubbed on the inner edges

Pass 3 Jun 2014 152,282 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 134,317 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 118,556 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 98,810 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 98,810 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 May 2010 93,437 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 92,715 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 83,621 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 76,784 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 63,467 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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Y454 DFV is a 2001 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 Y454 DFV, 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 Y454 DFV registered?

Y454 DFV is a 2001 Audi A8, first registered on 26 July 2001.

Is Y454 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y454 DFV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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