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GL56 VGG

2007 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

142,204 mi
Last recorded142,204 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2007 Audi A8100,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL56 VGG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 142,204 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 139,454 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2024 139,454 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 135,786 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 129,180 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 127,300 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 126,508 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 122,958 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 114,594 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 105,797 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 93,177 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 93,174 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Mar 2015 92,866 miles

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2014 78,341 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jan 2013 62,320 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 59,526 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 57,427 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 50,403 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

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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GL56 VGG is a 2007 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2007 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 100,236 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 GL56 VGG, 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 19 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 GL56 VGG registered?

GL56 VGG is a 2007 Audi A8, first registered on 17 January 2007.

Is GL56 VGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL56 VGG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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