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A27 RKS

2017 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

86,858 mi
Last recorded86,858 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Audi A848,543 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA27 RKS
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 86,858 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2026 121,387 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 79,837 miles

Front Both front tyres worn on inner edge.

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 114,986 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and o/s/f (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin and o/s/r (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 71,840 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2024 101,682 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 62,851 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2023 86,831 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 54,231 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 78,824 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre low at 2.5mm and wearing inner and outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre low at 2.5mm and wearing inner and outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 46,369 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2021 66,139 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2021 66,139 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 35,241 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 57,697 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2019 43,197 miles

front brakes approx 50%worn

Pass 7 Apr 2018 31,513 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 24,887 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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A27 RKS is a 2017 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2017 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 48,543 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 A27 RKS, 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 9 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 A27 RKS registered?

A27 RKS is a 2017 Audi A8, first registered on 19 July 2017.

Is A27 RKS safe to buy?

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