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C22 HRP

2003 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

226,997 mi
Last recorded226,997 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC22 HRP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 226,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Aug 2025 226,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 219,319 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 211,354 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 204,567 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 202,019 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 194,547 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 186,953 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 181,789 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 176,508 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 7 Sep 2016 176,508 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 165,209 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 154,774 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 144,197 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 144,197 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2012 133,885 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2011 124,547 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 114,176 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 114,176 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 103,372 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 94,930 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 83,162 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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C22 HRP is a 2003 Audi A8 in Grey with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 C22 HRP, 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 C22 HRP registered?

C22 HRP is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is C22 HRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C22 HRP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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