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AV08 XKT

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

276,641 mi
Last recorded276,641 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 276,641 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 164,535 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 157,405 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 157,230 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 148,858 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 140,090 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 128,676 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Oct 2019 121,851 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 114,279 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 110,618 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 106,395 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 102,850 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 102,850 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front tyres may require wheel alignment

Pass 21 Jun 2014 84,638 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front lower arm rear bushes worn both side.

Fail 17 Jun 2014 84,638 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front lower arm rear bushes worn both side.

Pass 7 May 2013 115,550 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 68,773 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 60,119 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 50,555 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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 XKT is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XKT, 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 XKT registered?

AV08 XKT is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is AV08 XKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 XKT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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