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OV53 NFF

2003 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

224,078 mi
Last recorded224,078 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Audi A892,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 NFF
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 224,078 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 207,884 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 191,995 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 159,212 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 136,535 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 127,721 miles

Nearside Front 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)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 118,596 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 110,474 miles

both front brake discs worn

Pass 24 Jul 2009 105,157 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 105,157 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 94,328 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 94,303 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 8 Oct 2007 79,006 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

thorn offside rear tyre

Pass 8 Oct 2007 79,006 miles

thorn offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Oct 2006 60,736 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 20 Oct 2006 60,736 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

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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OV53 NFF is a 2003 Audi A8 in Grey with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OV53 NFF, 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 OV53 NFF registered?

OV53 NFF is a 2003 Audi A8, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is OV53 NFF safe to buy?

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