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OV54 YVU

2004 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

150,260 mi
Last recorded150,260 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 Audi A897,668 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV54 YVU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2022 150,260 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top rear arm bushes on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2021 138,925 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 138,199 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 138,152 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury light unit len's (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 137,015 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 131,544 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner trailing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner leading (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner leading (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner trailing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 126,262 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 117,471 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 102,166 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 89,947 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 81,691 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 74,501 miles

engine management warning lamp staying on indicating possible fault-ADVISE IMMEDIATE INSPECTION.

offside front tyre inner tread worn low-ADVISE IMMEDIATE RENEWAL.

Pass 13 Dec 2010 63,599 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 54,556 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 1 Dec 2008 43,944 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 36,492 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 YVU is a 2004 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 YVU, 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 YVU registered?

OV54 YVU is a 2004 Audi A8, first registered on 13 December 2004.

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