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L240 VLA

1993 Audi V8

Black Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

151,106 mi
Last recorded151,106 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2011
Typical for 1993 Audi V8117,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL240 VLA
MakeAudi
ModelV8
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2011 151,106 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 143,278 miles

both rear tyres wearing on edges

middle box outer skin corroded

o/s/r wheel binding slightly

Pass 13 Nov 2009 134,480 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 118,196 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 118,196 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 105,307 miles

How Reliable is the Audi V8?

Based on 704 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
1,671
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 41
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 25
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 24
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 20
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L240 VLA is a 1993 Audi V8 in Black with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1993 Audi V8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 117,013 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi V8 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L240 VLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Audi V8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L240 VLA registered?

L240 VLA is a 1993 Audi V8, first registered on 17 September 1993.

Is L240 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L240 VLA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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