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KX53 BKZ

2003 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

113,275 mi
Last recorded113,275 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 BKZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2014 113,275 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 113,275 miles

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

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

o/s/r tyre tread has uneven wear

Pass 6 Aug 2012 94,267 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 94,267 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2011 85,643 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 85,639 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2010 73,345 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2009 61,372 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 53,749 miles

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

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

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

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

advise both headlight aim slightly low

advise both sills covered by plastic sideskirts not allowing full assessment

advise cage on rear seat making it difficult to assess rear seat belts

advise underside of vechile covered by plastic undertrays not allowing full assessment

Pass 14 Dec 2007 44,908 miles

NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE OUTER SILLS HAVE PLASTIC COVERS ON THE SILLS ..SILLS NOT CHECKED..THE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE I.E FLOOR AREA IS COVERED IN PLASTIC COVERS THUS A FULL INSPECTION OF THE COMPONETS COULD NOT BE CHECKED

Pass 15 Dec 2006 32,840 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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KX53 BKZ is a 2003 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KX53 BKZ, 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

How do I check the history of KX53 BKZ?

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What year was KX53 BKZ registered?

KX53 BKZ is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is KX53 BKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX53 BKZ 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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