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BN58 XVY

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

253,020 mi
Last recorded253,020 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 XVY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 253,020 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre repairable ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 249,278 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 242,130 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 242,118 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 275/35/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 236,404 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all upper arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 233,205 miles

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front upper front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front upper rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 211,407 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 196,805 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 184,710 miles

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)

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

Fail 26 Jan 2018 184,710 miles

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)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 168,591 miles

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

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

mil light on

Pass 5 Feb 2016 150,457 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 128,864 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jan 2014 104,513 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 86,564 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 86,564 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 60,645 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 60,645 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BN58 XVY is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BN58 XVY, 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

How do I check the history of BN58 XVY?

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What year was BN58 XVY registered?

BN58 XVY is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 7 October 2008.

Is BN58 XVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN58 XVY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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