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OV59 PKY

2009 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

172,500 mi
Last recorded172,500 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV59 PKY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 172,500 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 162,753 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs slightly and with slight fluctuation (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower drop link bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 154,597 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 147,398 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 141,060 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Dec 2020 137,492 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 129,602 miles

Exhaust emissions too clean for the diesel smoke meter to record a reading.

Pass 24 Feb 2018 110,713 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 102,908 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 19 Jan 2016 90,329 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 79,781 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 79,781 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 60,168 miles

offside rear inside edge worn close to ply,cords

Pass 27 Nov 2012 43,373 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside headlamp washer not providing water to clean headlamp

nearside rear tyre bald at inner and outer edge

offside rear tyre bald at inner edge

Fail 27 Nov 2012 43,373 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside headlamp washer not providing water to clean headlamp

nearside rear tyre bald at inner and outer edge

offside rear tyre bald at inner edge

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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OV59 PKY is a 2009 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OV59 PKY, 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 OV59 PKY registered?

OV59 PKY is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 4 December 2009.

Is OV59 PKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV59 PKY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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