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Y54 MFC

2002 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

143,711 mi
Last recorded143,711 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 2002 Audi A8101,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY54 MFC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 143,711 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 137,485 miles

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

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

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

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

engine management lamp on

Pass 12 Oct 2013 121,471 miles

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

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

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

engine management lamp on

o/s hand brake caliper lever and/or cable seized

Fail 4 Oct 2013 121,471 miles

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

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

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

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

engine management lamp on

o/s hand brake caliper lever and/or cable seized

Pass 13 Sep 2012 111,190 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 104,243 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 99,194 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 93,988 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 93,988 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 90,399 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2007 85,094 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 65,793 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 65,793 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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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Y54 MFC is a 2002 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2002 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 101,946 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 Y54 MFC, 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 24 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 Y54 MFC registered?

Y54 MFC is a 2002 Audi A8, first registered on 10 September 2002.

Is Y54 MFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y54 MFC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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