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LU09 SHA

2014 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

167,766 mi
Last recorded167,766 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2014 Audi A867,641 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLU09 SHA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 167,766 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 159,601 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 148,521 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 138,831 miles

centre exhaust sleeve heavily corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2021 123,288 miles

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

centre exhaust sleeve corroded

Pass 23 Sep 2020 114,358 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 114,358 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator light on in dash (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

advice slight brake bind at n/s front brake

Pass 17 Sep 2019 96,780 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 74,985 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 55,348 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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LU09 SHA is a 2014 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2014 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 67,641 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 LU09 SHA, 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 12 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LU09 SHA?

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What year was LU09 SHA registered?

LU09 SHA is a 2014 Audi A8, first registered on 19 September 2014.

Is LU09 SHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LU09 SHA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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