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KR57 YEK

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

154,289 mi
Last recorded154,289 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2015
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR57 YEK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2015 154,289 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 154,289 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 138,731 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 138,731 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 113,953 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres have edges wear

offside front tyre has some outer side wall damage,though not deep enough to reach inner cords

Pass 1 Feb 2012 92,401 miles

all for tyres are getting low

Pass 25 Jan 2011 66,998 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

all 4 tyres getting low

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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KR57 YEK is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 97,077 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 KR57 YEK, 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 18 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KR57 YEK registered?

KR57 YEK is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is KR57 YEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR57 YEK shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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