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GV57 GVK

2007 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

217,146 mi
Last recorded217,146 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2023
Typical for 2007 Audi A8100,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV57 GVK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2023 217,146 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 208,577 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 201,734 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 195,041 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2020 195,036 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm to the front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 191,098 miles

N/S/F tyre on 3mm tread

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

O/S/F tyre on 4mm tread plus side wall perishing

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

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

Slight oil Leak

Pass 17 Sep 2018 182,376 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 173,278 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 165,255 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 156,227 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 147,225 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 137,019 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 128,044 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 125,158 miles

Both front antiroll bar drop link bushes deteriorating.

Both rear tyres low on tread.

Engine management light on.

Offside rear seat belt buckle damage.

Fail 7 Aug 2013 125,158 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Both front antiroll bar drop link bushes deteriorating.

Both rear tyres low on tread.

Engine management light on.

Offside rear seat belt buckle damage.

Pass 21 Aug 2012 118,823 miles

Both front antiroll bar drop link bushes deteriorated.

Engine management light on.

Fail 20 Aug 2012 118,823 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Both front antiroll bar drop link bushes deteriorated.

Engine management light on.

Pass 22 Sep 2010 76,076 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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GV57 GVK is a 2007 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc 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 GV57 GVK, 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.

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What year was GV57 GVK registered?

GV57 GVK is a 2007 Audi A8, first registered on 24 September 2007.

Is GV57 GVK safe to buy?

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