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MF11 SMX

2011 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,167 mi
Last recorded130,167 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2024
Typical for 2011 Audi A884,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF11 SMX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2024 130,167 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose CLAMP BROKEN (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement CENTER BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose CLAMP BROKEN (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 109,323 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement X2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement X2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Jul 2023 109,323 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement X2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement X2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 97,143 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 28 Jun 2022 97,143 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Coolant leak FRONT OF ENGINE. ()

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2021 79,520 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 77,472 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 72,364 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 64,585 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 27 May 2017 54,772 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 52,162 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 46,780 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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MF11 SMX is a 2011 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2011 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 84,230 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 MF11 SMX, 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 15 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MF11 SMX registered?

MF11 SMX is a 2011 Audi A8, first registered on 4 March 2011.

Is MF11 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF11 SMX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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