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SD59 NYO

2009 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

200,003 mi
Last recorded200,003 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD59 NYO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 200,003 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 191,351 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 181,467 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s+o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s+o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2024 181,467 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s+o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s+o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 165,224 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2021 159,746 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2021 159,746 miles

Nearside Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 149,746 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 149,746 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 137,296 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Dec 2019 137,296 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too high n/s & o/s (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 127,970 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2017 114,681 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 101,011 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2016 101,011 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 87,732 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 85,619 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 56,691 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2012 35,910 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SD59 NYO is a 2009 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 SD59 NYO, 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.

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What year was SD59 NYO registered?

SD59 NYO is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 29 September 2009.

Is SD59 NYO safe to buy?

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