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R913 VWL

1997 Audi S8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,545 mi
Last recorded135,545 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2010
Typical for 1997 Audi S8119,055 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR913 VWL
MakeAudi
ModelS8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 28 Jan 2010 135,545 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 121,122 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 108,414 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

rear calipers sticky

Pass 10 Jan 2007 101,829 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 94,739 miles

How Reliable is the Audi S8?

Based on 5,839 MOT tests across 475 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
5,181
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
475
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 155
constant velocity joint gaiter split 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 86
position lamp(s) not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78
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R913 VWL is a 1997 Audi S8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Audi S8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 119,055 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi S8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R913 VWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S8 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Audi S8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R913 VWL registered?

R913 VWL is a 1997 Audi S8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R913 VWL safe to buy?

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