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DE53 YSY

2003 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,705 mi
Last recorded93,705 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2011
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 YSY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2011 93,705 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 85,449 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 74,684 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 67,062 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 59,867 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 48,006 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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DE53 YSY is a 2003 Audi A8 in Silver with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DE53 YSY, 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 DE53 YSY registered?

DE53 YSY is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is DE53 YSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 YSY shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE53 YSY have outstanding finance?

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