2002 Audi A8 4.2L Petrol · VF02 MAV
2002 Audi A8 (4.2L, petrol). First registered 24 May 2002. Recorded mileage 84,429 miles. MOT valid until 02 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- AUDI A8
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 84,429 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VF02 MAV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/09/2026
- 84,429 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VF02 MAV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Audi A8 (VF02 MAV) between July 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
VF02 MAV Mileage History
- 18/07/202481,905 mi
- 19/07/202481,905 mi
- 01/08/202583,195 mi+1,290 mi
- 07/08/202684,421 mi+1,226 mi
- 04/09/202684,429 mi+8 mi
Average of roughly 1,185 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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