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AL51 XWC

2003 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

100,361 mi
Last recorded100,361 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL51 XWC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 100,361 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 100,361 miles

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

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 94,807 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 91,091 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 88,370 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 88,370 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Upper Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 73,145 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Jul 2009 61,737 miles

all tyres outside tyre wear

chip in front windscreen

covers fitted to vehicle

Fail 10 Jul 2009 61,737 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

all tyres outside tyre wear

chip in front windscreen

covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 3 Jul 2008 49,690 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 37,520 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 25,851 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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AL51 XWC is a 2003 Audi A8 in Grey with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 AL51 XWC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AL51 XWC registered?

AL51 XWC is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 7 May 2003.

Is AL51 XWC safe to buy?

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