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OY09 FLE

2009 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

203,704 mi
Last recorded203,704 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY09 FLE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 203,704 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Nov 2025 203,595 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 199,777 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 195,878 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 191,999 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 160,718 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 146,929 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 146,532 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 134,328 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 121,820 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 106,698 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 99,079 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 99,079 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 91,279 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2014 76,898 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2013 52,932 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 26,993 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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OY09 FLE is a 2009 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 OY09 FLE, 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 OY09 FLE registered?

OY09 FLE is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 18 March 2009.

Is OY09 FLE safe to buy?

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