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GL09 BZA

2009 Audi A8

Black Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,295 mi
Last recorded161,295 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 BZA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 161,295 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 160,786 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases n/s flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 145,066 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 121,700 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 111,465 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 100,109 miles

Offside Front Lower Radius arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

offside front wing and offside front door have slight damage

Pass 1 May 2013 100,109 miles

offside front wing and offside front door have slight damage

Pass 30 May 2012 83,613 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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GL09 BZA is a 2009 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GL09 BZA, 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.

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What year was GL09 BZA registered?

GL09 BZA is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 25 June 2009.

Is GL09 BZA safe to buy?

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