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T3 PUV

2009 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

131,507 mi
Last recorded131,507 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT3 PUV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 131,507 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 125,422 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2024 125,379 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides inner wall (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 121,513 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 106,472 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 May 2022 106,472 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 94,815 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 May 2019 85,056 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 74,524 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 73,823 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 63,629 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 54,195 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 43,609 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 43,609 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 31,849 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 25,572 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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T3 PUV is a 2009 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 T3 PUV, 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 T3 PUV registered?

T3 PUV is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is T3 PUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T3 PUV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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