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YUV 8T

1997 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

97,535 mi
Last recorded97,535 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2018
Typical for 1997 Audi A8124,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYUV 8T
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2018 97,535 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 95,120 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 92,955 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 85,525 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 77,322 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 66,197 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 62,253 miles

AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON

TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ON

Fail 24 Nov 2011 62,253 miles

AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ON

Pass 21 May 2010 61,222 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 58,669 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 54,504 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 May 2007 51,789 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 49,211 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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YUV 8T is a 1997 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 124,164 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 YUV 8T, 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 29 years old, this Audi A8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YUV 8T registered?

YUV 8T is a 1997 Audi A8, first registered on 22 May 1997.

Is YUV 8T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YUV 8T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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