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YU54 YSJ

2004 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

129,044 mi
Last recorded129,044 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU54 YSJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 129,044 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 129,025 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 124,695 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)

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

engine covers and under shields fitted

Fail 28 Oct 2015 124,695 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)

Offside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

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

engine covers and under shields fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2014 118,972 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 118,966 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 113,209 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 88,039 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 84,838 miles

Nearside Rear 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 8 Oct 2010 76,726 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 8 Oct 2010 76,726 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Aug 2009 68,685 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 64,161 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 56,118 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 39,033 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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YU54 YSJ is a 2004 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 97,668 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YU54 YSJ, 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 22 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 YU54 YSJ registered?

YU54 YSJ is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 25 September 2004.

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The MOT history for YU54 YSJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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