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A8 GXW

2007 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

195,137 mi
Last recorded195,137 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Audi A8100,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 GXW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 195,137 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 185,163 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 176,196 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 166,056 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 158,395 miles

Zero Emitter,No Smoke readings available

Pass 31 Mar 2021 148,531 miles

Zero Emitter,No Smoke Readings available

Pass 16 Oct 2019 142,194 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 129,756 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2018 129,756 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 118,848 miles

Offside Front Tyre heavily worn on inner edge

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 107,712 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Sill covers and Undertrays fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2015 94,860 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 88,358 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 73,143 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 57,369 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 52,104 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 52,104 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 38,792 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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A8 GXW is a 2007 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 100,236 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 A8 GXW, 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 19 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 A8 GXW registered?

A8 GXW is a 2007 Audi A8, first registered on 7 September 2007.

Is A8 GXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 GXW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A8 GXW have outstanding finance?

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