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LR09 XZN

2009 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

197,341 mi
Last recorded197,341 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR09 XZN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 197,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Damaged on outer sidewall - Badly cracking on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges - Devoid of tread on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front and rear arm - Inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges - Devoid of tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front and rear arm - Inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 182,390 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2024 167,663 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 156,802 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 153,207 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 102,020 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 144,396 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 135,862 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear inner lamp lens cracked

engine cover fitted preventing inspection of some components

under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

Pass 22 May 2017 127,511 miles

Engine covers/under trays fitted

Pass 4 May 2016 112,717 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 90,636 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 71,215 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 71,215 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2013 52,469 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside & offside front tyre tread getting low on inner edge

Pass 5 May 2012 31,484 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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LR09 XZN is a 2009 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 94,870 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 LR09 XZN, 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 17 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 LR09 XZN registered?

LR09 XZN is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 11 May 2009.

Is LR09 XZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR09 XZN 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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