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K16 KNY

2003 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

153,942 mi
Last recorded153,942 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK16 KNY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2023 153,942 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 143,799 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning boot lamp unit (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning boot lamp unit (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2021 143,799 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning boot lamp unit (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning boot lamp unit (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2018 141,205 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 140,138 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2016 134,059 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Dec 2016 134,059 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 127,394 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 119,965 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 111,475 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 108,011 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 98,935 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 98,901 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 83,811 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 74,712 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 74,610 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 59,600 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 45,991 miles

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

Off side front tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 29 Nov 2006 32,780 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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K16 KNY is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 K16 KNY, 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 K16 KNY registered?

K16 KNY is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is K16 KNY safe to buy?

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