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T8 SVA

2012 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

148,422 mi
Last recorded148,422 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT8 SVA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 148,422 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front 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 inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

vehicle fitted with under trays

Pass 18 Jan 2025 135,842 miles

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

oil leak

Fail 18 Jan 2025 135,842 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2024 124,941 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

brake pad warning showing

Pass 26 Jan 2023 113,281 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 104,701 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 95,130 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 73,160 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 45,535 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 28,907 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 15,155 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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T8 SVA is a 2012 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 77,710 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 T8 SVA, 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 14 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T8 SVA registered?

T8 SVA is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is T8 SVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T8 SVA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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