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BC51 KXK

2001 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

131,320 mi
Last recorded131,320 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Audi A8103,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC51 KXK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2013 131,320 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 131,320 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 126,841 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 112,564 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 112,532 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 101,486 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 101,486 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2009 90,526 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 82,366 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 80,320 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 74,158 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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BC51 KXK is a 2001 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BC51 KXK, 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 BC51 KXK registered?

BC51 KXK is a 2001 Audi A8, first registered on 11 September 2001.

Is BC51 KXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC51 KXK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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