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DF53 NYB

2003 Audi A8

Black Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

164,034 mi
Last recorded164,034 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 NYB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2017 164,034 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 164,034 miles

Offside Rear Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position Hinge broken (6.4.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 146,087 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 138,251 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2013 132,918 miles

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

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 127,601 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

washer bottle leak

Pass 24 Nov 2011 122,039 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 2 Dec 2010 117,939 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 111,927 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 111,927 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 99,909 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 80,715 miles

both front tyres are worn on the inner and outer edges

Pass 16 Dec 2006 60,126 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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DF53 NYB is a 2003 Audi A8 in Black with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DF53 NYB, 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 DF53 NYB registered?

DF53 NYB is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is DF53 NYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 NYB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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