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YX52 LGK

2002 Audi A8

Green Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

167,273 mi
Last recorded167,273 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2012
Typical for 2002 Audi A8101,946 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX52 LGK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2012 167,273 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

both front tyres cut on inside

engine management light on

Fail 17 Sep 2012 167,273 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

both front tyres cut on inside

engine management light on

Pass 19 Sep 2011 152,684 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 152,674 miles

Offside Front Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Fail 26 Aug 2010 137,721 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 137,721 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 125,447 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 113,796 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 90,802 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 70,266 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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YX52 LGK is a 2002 Audi A8 in Green with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2002 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 101,946 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 YX52 LGK, 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 24 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 YX52 LGK registered?

YX52 LGK is a 2002 Audi A8, first registered on 9 September 2002.

Is YX52 LGK safe to buy?

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