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A72 FLY

2014 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

98,847 mi
Last recorded98,847 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 Audi A867,641 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA72 FLY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 98,847 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 91,643 miles

trays and covers fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2023 85,974 miles

Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

Pass 14 Nov 2022 80,017 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 67,362 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 58,162 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 56,684 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn 3mm

Offside Rear tyre worn 3mm

Pass 7 Dec 2018 44,825 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 24,100 miles

under trays and engine covers ltd inspection carried out.

Pass 28 Dec 2017 23,522 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 17,908 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

temporary repair to o/s headlamp to secure

Fail 25 Jan 2017 17,907 miles

Headlamp aim not tested unable to test headlamp aims due to condition of headlamps (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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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A72 FLY is a 2014 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2014 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 67,641 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A72 FLY, 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 12 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A72 FLY registered?

A72 FLY is a 2014 Audi A8, first registered on 2 January 2014.

Is A72 FLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A72 FLY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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