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R15 YLL

2009 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

158,661 mi
Last recorded158,661 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR15 YLL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 158,661 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 157,083 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 151,132 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 143,391 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

Pass 22 Jun 2020 128,805 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 127,731 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 125,477 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 118,473 miles

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)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 104,537 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 104,537 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 89,265 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 85,012 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 84,850 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 70,715 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 52,790 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 37,622 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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R15 YLL is a 2009 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R15 YLL, 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 R15 YLL registered?

R15 YLL is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 1 February 2009.

Is R15 YLL safe to buy?

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