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SW59 HUJ

2009 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

173,015 mi
Last recorded173,015 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW59 HUJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 173,015 miles

Nearside headlamp washer leaking

Pass 26 Jul 2024 166,051 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 158,636 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 158,553 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner bald & cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges bald & perished (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Aug 2023 158,483 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 148,384 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 138,812 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 138,702 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear drop link bush broken (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 127,635 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 115,564 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 110,087 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 97,710 miles

Front washer bottle leaking

Pass 6 Aug 2016 84,462 miles

Emissions Content Zero Reading

Fail 3 Aug 2016 84,353 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device missing Caliper Carrier Bolt Broken (3.5.1j)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Emissions Content Zero Reading

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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SW59 HUJ is a 2009 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SW59 HUJ, 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

How do I check the history of SW59 HUJ?

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What year was SW59 HUJ registered?

SW59 HUJ is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 24 December 2009.

Is SW59 HUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW59 HUJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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