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A8 HXB

2001 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

122,099 mi
Last recorded122,099 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Audi A8103,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 HXB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2018 122,099 miles

rear brake hoses perishing

Pass 8 Sep 2017 110,302 miles

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

all suspension bushes in general deteriorated

slight bind in front wheels

Pass 26 Jul 2016 98,046 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 91,458 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 5 Jun 2014 86,160 miles

brake pad warning light illuminated

engine management light illuminated

Fail 4 Jun 2014 86,158 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

brake pad warning light illuminated

engine management light illuminated

Pass 4 Jun 2013 77,529 miles

front discs worn.offside front tyre tread worn thin inside edge.centre exhaust corroded

Fail 4 Jun 2013 77,504 miles

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

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

front discs worn.offside front tyre tread worn thin inside edge.centre exhaust corroded

Pass 2 May 2012 63,804 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 47,127 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2010 33,622 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 31,539 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2008 26,191 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 21,521 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 18,055 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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A8 HXB is a 2001 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 A8 HXB, 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 A8 HXB registered?

A8 HXB is a 2001 Audi A8, first registered on 12 May 2001.

Is A8 HXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 HXB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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