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DE54 DYP

2004 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

264,553 mi
Last recorded264,553 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2015
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE54 DYP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2015 264,553 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement back arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 236,370 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 204,336 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 172,901 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2012 172,901 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 86,874 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 86,874 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 59,252 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 36,158 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2009 36,155 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 27,237 miles

Air bag warning light staying on.

All four tyres wearing on inner and outer edges.

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

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall slight kerb damage.

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

Offside rear door rubbing strip damaged.

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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DE54 DYP is a 2004 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 97,668 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 DE54 DYP, 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 22 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DE54 DYP registered?

DE54 DYP is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 8 September 2004.

Is DE54 DYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE54 DYP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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