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FB53 GXP

2003 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

147,632 mi
Last recorded147,632 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB53 GXP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 147,632 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under trays fitted

Pass 16 May 2018 144,856 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2017 141,136 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit x 2 (4.1.E.1)

brake pad warning light on

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Mar 2017 138,032 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 138,032 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 133,178 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 121,062 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 121,062 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 120,724 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 115,101 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 109,847 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

off side front brake flexi hose slightly twisted.

Pass 11 Mar 2011 99,481 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 99,481 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 96,890 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 84,342 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 69,405 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 53,204 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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FB53 GXP is a 2003 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FB53 GXP, 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 FB53 GXP registered?

FB53 GXP is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is FB53 GXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB53 GXP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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