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YH53 EUE

2003 Audi A8

Green Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

166,424 mi
Last recorded166,424 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH53 EUE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2015 166,424 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 166,422 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 153,160 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

eml light on

o/s headlamp damaged

Pass 30 Oct 2013 135,103 miles

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

steering rack n/s track rod has a lot of free-play

Fail 31 Oct 2012 114,043 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 114,043 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 69,662 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 62,065 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 55,557 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 49,576 miles

n/s/f tyre tread worn on edges

o/s/f tyre tread very badly worn on edges

spare tyre tread badly worn on edge

Pass 10 Oct 2006 41,073 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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YH53 EUE is a 2003 Audi A8 in Green with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YH53 EUE, 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 YH53 EUE registered?

YH53 EUE is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is YH53 EUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH53 EUE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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