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OE53 KOB

2004 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

239,042 mi
Last recorded239,042 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE53 KOB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 239,042 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 239,042 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 231,208 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 218,508 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 207,077 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 195,262 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 195,237 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front tyre has a cut to the inner sidewall and tread, not deep enough to expose the ply/cords.Advise to replace.

Pass 23 Feb 2013 182,462 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 170,918 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 149,699 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 149,690 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 128,688 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 108,106 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 108,105 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 78,837 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 52,071 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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OE53 KOB is a 2004 Audi A8 in Silver with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 97,668 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 OE53 KOB, 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 22 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OE53 KOB registered?

OE53 KOB is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 2 February 2004.

Is OE53 KOB safe to buy?

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