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LR59 CKV

2009 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

136,313 mi
Last recorded136,313 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 CKV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 136,313 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 123,009 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 120,363 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OSF/NSF (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 116,462 miles

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))

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

Pass 7 May 2022 112,163 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 107,298 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 101,076 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 98,136 miles

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

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front upper rear arm bushes just starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 83,671 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside front upper rear arm inner bush starting to split slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside front upper rear arm inner bush starting to split slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 70,849 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 70,655 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 56,825 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 43,584 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 29,048 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 18,155 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 18,092 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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LR59 CKV is a 2009 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LR59 CKV, 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 LR59 CKV registered?

LR59 CKV is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 29 October 2009.

Is LR59 CKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR59 CKV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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