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BL57 YAY

2008 Audi A8

Purple Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

232,587 mi
Last recorded232,587 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 YAY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2019 232,587 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 213,585 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 197,810 miles

brake pad warning light is on.

engine management light is on.

undertrays fitted obscuring the view of some underside components.

Fail 2 Feb 2017 197,810 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

brake pad warning light is on.

engine management light is on.

undertrays fitted obscuring the view of some underside components.

Pass 1 Feb 2016 180,677 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 166,481 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 166,480 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2014 146,728 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 112,515 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2013 112,515 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)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 63,428 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 63,428 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 39,666 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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BL57 YAY is a 2008 Audi A8 in Purple with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 BL57 YAY, 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.

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What year was BL57 YAY registered?

BL57 YAY is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is BL57 YAY safe to buy?

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