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BN04 VRZ

2004 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

143,024 mi
Last recorded143,024 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 143,024 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 142,254 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Both front flex pipes (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 138,933 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint front (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 134,397 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front and rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 17 Jul 2014 129,155 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 129,155 miles

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 123,702 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2012 119,084 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

washer bottle leaking

Fail 25 Jun 2012 119,062 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

washer bottle leaking

Pass 27 Jun 2011 114,202 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 106,523 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 102,557 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 96,261 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 89,887 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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BN04 VRZ 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 85.7%.

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 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 BN04 VRZ, 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 VRZ registered?

BN04 VRZ is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 15 April 2004.

Is BN04 VRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN04 VRZ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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