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AV08 VFW

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,871 mi
Last recorded111,871 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 VFW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2018 111,871 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2018 111,871 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 100,474 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 89,203 miles

All 4 upper suspension arm inner bushes slightly perished

Brake pad warning light illuminated.

Engine management light indicates a fault.

Undertrays fitted preventing inspection of some components.

Pass 31 Mar 2015 80,110 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 69,420 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear tyre cracked in treads

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Apr 2014 69,420 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear tyre cracked in treads

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Apr 2013 64,334 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 56,861 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 42,965 miles

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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AV08 VFW is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 97,077 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 AV08 VFW, 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 18 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV08 VFW registered?

AV08 VFW is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is AV08 VFW safe to buy?

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