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BT08 EJN

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

135,123 mi
Last recorded135,123 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 EJN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 135,123 miles

Engine management light lit

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

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

Rear brake discs corroded/worn?

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 17 Jan 2017 135,123 miles

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

Engine management light lit

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

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

Rear brake discs corroded/worn?

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 11 Nov 2015 109,101 miles

Nearside bonnet catch

Rear brake discs corroded/worn?

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

Fail 11 Nov 2015 109,100 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside bonnet catch

Rear brake discs corroded/worn?

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 89,859 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 Nov 2014 89,859 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 74,470 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 74,470 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 13 Aug 2013 74,249 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 66,008 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine light on dash

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Sep 2011 40,028 miles

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

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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BT08 EJN is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BT08 EJN, 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 BT08 EJN registered?

BT08 EJN is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is BT08 EJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT08 EJN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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