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LX51 AET

2001 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

158,351 mi
Last recorded158,351 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2012
Typical for 2001 Audi A8103,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 AET
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2012 158,351 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 141,905 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 141,905 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 129,405 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 119,427 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 119,237 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 108,515 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 108,515 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 91,910 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 76,095 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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LX51 AET is a 2001 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2001 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 103,989 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 LX51 AET, 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 25 years old, this Audi A8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX51 AET registered?

LX51 AET is a 2001 Audi A8, first registered on 17 October 2001.

Is LX51 AET safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX51 AET shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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