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SP09 ZYZ

2009 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

98,676 mi
Last recorded98,676 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2019
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 ZYZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2019 98,676 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 98,675 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 91,867 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2017 80,535 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & Rear number plates (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 71,559 miles

front discs worn

rear discs worn

Pass 29 Apr 2015 63,264 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 May 2014 55,650 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged slightly no inner structure showing

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 May 2014 55,625 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 41,004 miles

Both rear tyres chave 2mm of tread left at time of test and tread cracked

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front discs are worn and corroded

Front reg plate in poor condition

Front wipers are starting to smear the screen slightly

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Apr 2013 40,918 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2012 31,756 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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SP09 ZYZ is a 2009 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SP09 ZYZ, 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 SP09 ZYZ registered?

SP09 ZYZ is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 7 April 2009.

Is SP09 ZYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP09 ZYZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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