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YL03 BTY

2003 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

162,406 mi
Last recorded162,406 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL03 BTY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2019 162,406 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2019 162,302 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 155,879 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2018 155,867 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 137,502 miles

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)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2013 136,377 miles

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)

Offside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 20 Dec 2012 124,158 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 113,779 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 105,557 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 98,015 miles

front discs worn

rear discs worn

Pass 28 Aug 2008 78,632 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 61,103 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2006 40,024 miles

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

Offside Front 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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YL03 BTY is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 YL03 BTY, 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 YL03 BTY registered?

YL03 BTY is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 4 August 2003.

Is YL03 BTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL03 BTY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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