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YY02 XTS

2002 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,721 mi
Last recorded99,721 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 2002 Audi A8101,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY02 XTS
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2021 99,721 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 99,721 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 94,989 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2020 94,989 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2019 87,378 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 78,729 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 69,697 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 57,592 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 57,592 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 51,205 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 46,937 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 45,146 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 43,436 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 43,290 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 42,358 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

both front tyres wearing on inside tread

Fail 17 Jun 2010 42,358 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

both front tyres wearing on inside tread

Pass 3 Jun 2009 33,446 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 31,443 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 27,468 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 25,773 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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YY02 XTS is a 2002 Audi A8 in Silver with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 YY02 XTS, 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 YY02 XTS registered?

YY02 XTS is a 2002 Audi A8, first registered on 25 June 2002.

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