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GOB 18D

2014 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

179,559 mi
Last recorded179,559 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2014 Audi A867,641 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOB 18D
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 179,559 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 165,188 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2024 165,188 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 148,331 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 130,688 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 119,774 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 97,207 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 70,142 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 70,142 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system inoperative (5.2.3 (h) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 41,991 miles

Under the vehicle fitted tray

Pass 8 Mar 2017 37,306 miles

Nearside Front 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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GOB 18D is a 2014 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2014 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 67,641 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 GOB 18D, 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 12 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GOB 18D registered?

GOB 18D is a 2014 Audi A8, first registered on 24 March 2014.

Is GOB 18D safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOB 18D shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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