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GS52 GWS

2007 Audi A8

Black Petrol 4163cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

115,783 mi
Last recorded115,783 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2007 Audi A8100,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGS52 GWS
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,163cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 115,783 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 112,212 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2025 112,210 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) not working LED UNIT (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp TOO BRIGHT AFFECTED BY BRAKE LIGHT CIRCUIT LED UNIT (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer SIDELIGHT TOO BRIGHT LED UNIT

Pass 6 Jan 2024 110,492 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 109,189 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 107,935 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2022 107,935 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 106,075 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both rear tyres wearing slightly inner edge

Pass 22 Jan 2020 104,489 miles

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

under tray fitted at the time of test

Pass 17 Jan 2019 103,740 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 97,904 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin NSF inner pad 3mm (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surfaces wearing thin, but perform perfectly. (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Down pipe front flexi joint (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2-3mm STRONG ADVISE!! (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surfaces wearing thin, but perform perfectly. (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 93,927 miles

o/s/r tyre wall damage, cords not visable

Pass 6 Oct 2015 76,863 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 58,998 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 55,591 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 47,311 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 36,894 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 26,382 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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GS52 GWS is a 2007 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,163cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GS52 GWS, 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 GS52 GWS registered?

GS52 GWS is a 2007 Audi A8, first registered on 1 June 2007.

Is GS52 GWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GS52 GWS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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