2003 Audi A8 4.2L Petrol · OU03 FYF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, showing a consistent maintenance trend over the last several years. The most recent test on June 7 2024 at 166,793 miles resulted in a pass following an initial failure that same day regarding the offside headlamp aim being too high and a surface product on the lens. While the failure required immediate adjustment and cleaning, the lack of recorded structural or mechanical defects in the preceding three tests suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a functional standard. At 166,793 miles, the Audi A8 has averaged approximately 7,252 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a luxury saloon of this age. The data shows a significant gap in records between January 2020 and June 2022, where the car covered only 240 miles in twenty-seven months. However, usage returned to more regular intervals thereafter, covering 3,947 miles between June 2022 and May 2023. This pattern of periods of standing time followed by active driving can sometimes lead to perished rubber components or seized brake calipers despite the relatively low annual mileage. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the suspension system and air bellows, as these are common failure points on this model at this mileage. Although the MOT record does not flag structural corrosion or brake issues, the age of the vehicle warrants a close look at the subframes and exhaust mounting points for rust. Given the headlamp issue in 2024, verifying the clarity of the lenses and the functionality of the adjustment mechanisms ensures no further degradation is affecting the light output.