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SB59 YRP

2009 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

146,030 mi
Last recorded146,030 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB59 YRP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 146,030 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2023 136,928 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 113,440 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 105,417 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 97,298 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

covers fitted

hubcaps fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2020 89,119 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2020 87,031 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 79,339 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 66,753 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 55,962 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 54,143 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2015 54,143 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Headlight wash seems to operate but fluid smells contaminated (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 43,731 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Screen wash aim poor

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Dec 2014 43,731 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Screen wash aim poor

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Dec 2013 37,666 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Dec 2012 29,743 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2012 29,736 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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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SB59 YRP is a 2009 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 SB59 YRP, 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 SB59 YRP registered?

SB59 YRP is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is SB59 YRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB59 YRP shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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