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YV03 VPW

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,251 mi
Last recorded145,251 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV03 VPW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 145,251 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 141,939 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 137,785 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 134,751 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 131,892 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 128,699 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 125,014 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2019 125,014 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2018 121,055 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 116,424 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing off on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre wearing off on inner edge

Fail 13 Dec 2017 116,422 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing off on inner edge

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

Offside Rear Tyre wearing off on inner edge

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 114,456 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 105,194 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 98,580 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 91,246 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 85,112 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 76,604 miles

front brake discs corroded

nearside rear seat belt buckle casing broken

Pass 16 Nov 2010 76,054 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 73,441 miles

under tray fitted

Fail 8 Dec 2009 73,441 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

under tray fitted

Pass 20 Nov 2008 59,555 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 56,237 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 56,237 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 43,419 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 43,415 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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YV03 VPW is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 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 YV03 VPW, 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 YV03 VPW registered?

YV03 VPW is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 14 July 2003.

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