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BN04 VRX

2004 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

130,642 mi
Last recorded130,642 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN04 VRX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 130,642 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 129,010 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 126,323 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 126,003 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

screw in o/s/r tyre

sill covers fitted, outer sills not tested

wheel bearings not tested

Pass 2 May 2014 126,003 miles

screw in o/s/r tyre

sill covers fitted, outer sills not tested

wheel bearings not tested

Pass 1 May 2013 123,837 miles

rear brake pads low

sill covers fitted, outer sills not tested

Fail 1 May 2013 123,837 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake pads low

sill covers fitted, outer sills not tested

Pass 19 Apr 2012 116,710 miles

Battery in boot insecure

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Apr 2012 116,710 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Battery in boot insecure

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Apr 2011 110,321 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

oil level on min

Pass 10 Apr 2010 101,849 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 98,315 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 87,782 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

cut in rear nearside rear tyre

nearside front antiroll bar link slight play

Pass 16 Apr 2007 78,711 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

crack down n/s of screen but outside the swept area

n/s/r tyre outer side wall has a cut the length of which is less than 25 mm or 10% of †section width, whichever is greater and not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

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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BN04 VRX is a 2004 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2004 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 97,668 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 BN04 VRX, 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 22 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 BN04 VRX registered?

BN04 VRX is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 30 March 2004.

Is BN04 VRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN04 VRX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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