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BN53 HGG

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

161,509 mi
Last recorded161,509 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 HGG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2018 161,509 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2017 141,544 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 114,981 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 100,866 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 100,687 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 96,445 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 92,975 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 88,104 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 84,329 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 79,755 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 74,882 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 74,882 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 61,930 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 49,924 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 HGG is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BN53 HGG, 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 HGG registered?

BN53 HGG is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BN53 HGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 HGG 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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