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GF59 JYE

2009 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

151,740 mi
Last recorded151,740 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 JYE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Fail 12 Dec 2025 151,740 miles

Offside Fuel tank insecure strap broken (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 140,688 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front + both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 123,431 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 106,940 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 98,221 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 88,156 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 85,058 miles

Emissions to clean to give a reading

Pass 6 Apr 2019 80,662 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing thin inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Inner 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 wearing thin inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 75,829 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 70,264 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 62,018 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 53,234 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2014 43,591 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 30,099 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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GF59 JYE is a 2009 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2009 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 94,870 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 GF59 JYE, 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 17 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 GF59 JYE registered?

GF59 JYE is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 28 October 2009.

Is GF59 JYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF59 JYE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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