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A3 DUR

2001 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,483 mi
Last recorded147,483 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Audi A8103,989 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 DUR
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 147,483 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 138,867 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 129,454 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 120,676 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 116,770 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 105,537 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2013 105,536 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 103,636 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 94,998 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 70,292 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 44,125 miles

front to rear brake pipes routed over fuel tank cannot be inspected visually

Pass 11 Aug 2006 30,675 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 24,115 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2005

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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A3 DUR is a 2001 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 103,989 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 A3 DUR, 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 25 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 A3 DUR registered?

A3 DUR is a 2001 Audi A8, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is A3 DUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 DUR shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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