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MAL 966K

2009 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,216 mi
Last recorded60,216 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAL 966K
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2025 60,216 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 52,920 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 46,229 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 44,362 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 43,906 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 43,518 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 43,128 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 41,608 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 40,110 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 37,144 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 37,033 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 35,924 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2013 34,500 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 29,599 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 21,780 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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MAL 966K 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 100%.

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 MAL 966K, 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 MAL 966K registered?

MAL 966K is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 15 July 2009.

Is MAL 966K safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAL 966K shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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