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SL09 OTS

2009 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

147,179 mi
Last recorded147,179 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL09 OTS
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 147,179 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 141,687 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2024 141,639 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 138,064 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 133,969 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 128,227 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Aug 2020 119,214 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 106,063 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 105,589 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 94,502 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 91,477 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 80,877 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Mar 2014 54,062 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 48,958 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 46,191 miles

Nearside front tyre cut on outer sidewall

Pass 16 Mar 2012 34,386 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)

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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SL09 OTS is a 2009 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SL09 OTS, 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 SL09 OTS registered?

SL09 OTS is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is SL09 OTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL09 OTS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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