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AK53 WSX

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

96,476 mi
Last recorded96,476 miles
Recorded on11 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 WSX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2022 96,476 miles
Fail 11 May 2022 96,475 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2021 84,272 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 75,758 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 60,152 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 48,153 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 42,409 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 37,069 miles

front brake pads becoming low inner pad close to touching indicator wire

Pass 14 Mar 2015 31,983 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 26,889 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 19,907 miles

sill covers

Fail 10 Aug 2012 19,268 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 19,268 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 19,043 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 18,948 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 17,752 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 15,831 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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AK53 WSX is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2003 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 92,860 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 AK53 WSX, 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 23 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK53 WSX registered?

AK53 WSX is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is AK53 WSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK53 WSX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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