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RO09 FLM

2009 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

177,084 mi
Last recorded177,084 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO09 FLM
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 177,084 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 164,861 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 155,108 miles

suspension bushes perished

Pass 7 Nov 2022 153,134 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

suspension rubbers perishing

Pass 11 Nov 2021 150,510 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 147,727 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 143,383 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2019 143,359 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 130,813 miles

road test carried out for brakes

trims fitted to outersills and undersides

Pass 19 Jun 2017 116,810 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides fronts worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

trigger point not met and outer sill covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2016 98,133 miles

poor performance from nearside parking brake recommend attention.

Pass 18 Jun 2015 86,351 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 75,781 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 54,779 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 34,216 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 43,361 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front discs worn.

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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RO09 FLM is a 2009 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc 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 RO09 FLM, 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 RO09 FLM registered?

RO09 FLM is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 19 March 2009.

Is RO09 FLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO09 FLM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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