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BX53 GWW

2003 Audi A8

Green Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2025
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

132,329 mi
Last recorded132,329 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 GWW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 132,329 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

all 4 tyres have some cracking to the tread

Fail 28 Nov 2024 132,329 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

all 4 tyres have some cracking to the tread

Pass 7 Dec 2023 131,039 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 123,832 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

surface rust on rear discs

Pass 11 Nov 2021 122,003 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 115,243 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2019 109,017 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 105,831 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 100,630 miles

Brake pad wear indicator light on.

Fail 30 Aug 2017 100,627 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pad wear indicator light on.

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 91,346 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 91,346 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 79,950 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit All four (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Aug 2015 79,948 miles

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

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit All four (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Aug 2014 69,226 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 69,226 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 63,769 miles

NEARSIDE REAR SEAT BELT LOCKING MECHANISM COVER DAMAGED

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE PERISHED

Pass 9 Feb 2013 49,931 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 34,331 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 33,671 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 31,455 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre has damage on outer sidewall,no cords or bulges showing.

Pass 26 Oct 2009 29,081 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 21,795 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 21,753 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2007 18,797 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 13,272 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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BX53 GWW is a 2003 Audi A8 in Green with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BX53 GWW, 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.

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What year was BX53 GWW registered?

BX53 GWW is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is BX53 GWW safe to buy?

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