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BO05 SEZ

2008 Audi A8

Black Petrol 3123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

103,642 mi
Last recorded103,642 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO05 SEZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,123cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 103,642 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2026 103,642 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2025 87,546 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 81,952 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 75,405 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 69,142 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2020 63,422 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 58,048 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 51,058 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 50,226 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Dec 2016 48,052 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 45,136 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 42,391 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 37,473 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 33,196 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 27,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 27,456 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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BO05 SEZ is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 3,123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BO05 SEZ, 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 BO05 SEZ registered?

BO05 SEZ is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is BO05 SEZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BO05 SEZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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