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YB53 GUC

2003 Audi A8

Red Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

121,730 mi
Last recorded121,730 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2010
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB53 GUC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2010 121,730 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 102,004 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 101,937 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 87,067 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 79,177 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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YB53 GUC is a 2003 Audi A8 in Red with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 92,860 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 YB53 GUC, 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 23 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 YB53 GUC registered?

YB53 GUC is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is YB53 GUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB53 GUC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YB53 GUC have outstanding finance?

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