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A8 TXJ

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

110,321 mi
Last recorded110,321 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 TXJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 110,321 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 99,276 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 93,905 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 91,605 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 90,385 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 87,668 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front and rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 85,681 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 82,480 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 80,637 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 78,239 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 75,266 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 72,409 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 64,748 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 57,524 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 41,924 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2010 41,924 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 TXJ is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 97,077 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 TXJ, 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 18 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A8 TXJ registered?

A8 TXJ is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 2 January 2008.

Is A8 TXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 TXJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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