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HD59 DSE

2010 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

57,365 mi
Last recorded57,365 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2010 Audi A886,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD59 DSE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 57,365 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2024 56,723 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 52,851 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 50,399 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2022 50,399 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 48,737 miles

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

front anti-roll bar link bushes worn/deteriorated

front suspension arm bushes worn/deteriorated

oversills and undertrays fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2020 47,417 miles

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

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

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

oversills and undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Dec 2019 46,051 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2018 42,788 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 38,635 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 35,434 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 30,610 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 27,246 miles

all tyres worn close to limit

Pass 31 Dec 2013 22,744 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 14,723 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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HD59 DSE is a 2010 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2010 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 86,936 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 HD59 DSE, 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 16 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HD59 DSE registered?

HD59 DSE is a 2010 Audi A8, first registered on 26 January 2010.

Is HD59 DSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD59 DSE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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