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OV54 CXM

2004 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

170,806 mi
Last recorded170,806 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV54 CXM
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2015 170,806 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 170,806 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 165,612 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 160,896 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 160,896 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 158,533 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 129,735 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 79,373 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 69,959 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2009 69,958 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2007 50,765 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 50,765 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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OV54 CXM is a 2004 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 OV54 CXM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV54 CXM registered?

OV54 CXM is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 19 October 2004.

Is OV54 CXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV54 CXM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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