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CP03 PHX

2003 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

58,395 mi
Last recorded58,395 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP03 PHX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2016 58,395 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 57,346 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2014 57,341 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Dec 2013 55,487 miles

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/r door outer handle slightly loose

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edges not showing cords

Pass 12 Dec 2013 55,487 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/r door outer handle slightly loose

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edges not showing cords

Pass 4 Dec 2012 50,423 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 43,484 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 38,254 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 33,070 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 29,612 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 29,609 miles

Centre Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

both front tyres have uneven tread wear (due to incorrect wheel alignment in my openion).

Pass 24 Aug 2007 27,170 miles

Nearside Rear 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 21 Aug 2006 25,027 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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CP03 PHX is a 2003 Audi A8 in Silver with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 CP03 PHX, 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 CP03 PHX registered?

CP03 PHX is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is CP03 PHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP03 PHX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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