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OV54 FXL

2004 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

130,612 mi
Last recorded130,612 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV54 FXL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 130,612 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 130,365 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 128,547 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 116,392 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 105,755 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 94,235 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 94,096 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 93,028 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 91,054 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edge

Headlamp washers not working

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 87,103 miles

Airbag light on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Headlight washers inoperative

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Mar 2012 78,978 miles

Airbag light on

Fail 8 Mar 2012 78,969 miles

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

Airbag light on

Pass 4 Mar 2011 71,145 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 61,027 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 61,027 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 46,696 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 38,224 miles

Front washers low water output ,Recomend investigation.

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

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 FXL is a 2004 Audi A8 in Silver with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FXL, 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 FXL registered?

OV54 FXL is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 1 December 2004.

Is OV54 FXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV54 FXL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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