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BN53 HFD

2003 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

266,777 mi
Last recorded266,777 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 HFD
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2015 266,777 miles

nearside front tyre worn on both edges

Fail 10 Jan 2015 266,777 miles

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

nearside front tyre worn on both edges

Pass 13 Jan 2014 246,092 miles

nearside front tyre worn on edge

offside front tyre worn on edge

Fail 6 Jan 2014 246,092 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nearside front tyre worn on edge

offside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 8 Jan 2013 222,217 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 200,140 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2012 200,140 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 172,170 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 146,217 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2010 146,217 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

brake warning light on dash

Pass 7 Oct 2008 111,607 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jul 2008 105,777 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 82,013 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 51,279 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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BN53 HFD is a 2003 Audi A8 in Silver with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 BN53 HFD, 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 BN53 HFD registered?

BN53 HFD is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is BN53 HFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 HFD shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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