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A8 FVO

1999 Audi A8

Red Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

149,579 mi
Last recorded149,579 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2009
Typical for 1999 Audi A8120,232 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 FVO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Nov 2009 149,579 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Nov 2009 149,579 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 137,458 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Fail 26 Jul 2008 137,458 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2007 130,147 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 121,294 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 121,291 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2005 108,157 miles

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

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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A8 FVO is a 1999 Audi A8 in Red with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 120,232 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 A8 FVO, 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 27 years old, this Audi A8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A8 FVO?

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What year was A8 FVO registered?

A8 FVO is a 1999 Audi A8, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is A8 FVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 FVO shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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