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CE08 TXY

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

163,925 mi
Last recorded163,925 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 TXY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 163,925 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 157,255 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 147,406 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/S and O/S - All inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective N/S and O/S - Cloudy/Crazed (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 135,093 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 23 Aug 2022 134,913 miles

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Sep 2021 125,763 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 125,688 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 116,315 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 105,681 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 97,376 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2018 95,028 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 90,761 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 83,674 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 74,214 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 67,323 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 58,206 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 46,697 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 46,697 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 34,848 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)

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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CE08 TXY is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver 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 CE08 TXY, 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 CE08 TXY?

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What year was CE08 TXY registered?

CE08 TXY is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is CE08 TXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 TXY 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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