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A8 LWU

2017 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,289 mi
Last recorded42,289 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2017 Audi A848,543 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 LWU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 42,289 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 36,345 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 30,963 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 26,766 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 22,633 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 19,131 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 14,991 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2019 14,927 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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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A8 LWU is a 2017 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 48,543 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 A8 LWU, 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 9 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A8 LWU?

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What year was A8 LWU registered?

A8 LWU is a 2017 Audi A8, first registered on 16 January 2017.

Is A8 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 LWU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A8 LWU have outstanding finance?

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