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DE03 XHP

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

64,406 mi
Last recorded64,406 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 XHP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2018 64,406 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 62,009 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 61,326 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 60,293 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2013 58,221 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 58,137 miles

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

front no plate starting to delaminate

front o/s & n/s tyres wearing on edges

Pass 30 Jul 2012 56,247 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 46,579 miles

front brake discs worn

Pass 29 Jul 2010 39,199 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 32,854 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2008 26,437 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2007 21,176 miles

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

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

tyre inflation light worn

Pass 20 Mar 2006 13,452 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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DE03 XHP is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 DE03 XHP, 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 DE03 XHP registered?

DE03 XHP is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is DE03 XHP safe to buy?

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