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A8 VDR

2007 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

41,768 mi
Last recorded41,768 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Audi A8100,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 41,768 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 36,628 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 32,189 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 31,817 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 31,817 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 31,122 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2021 31,122 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 30,565 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 30,565 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 30,238 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Fail 3 Dec 2019 30,238 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 29,429 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 29,429 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 28,026 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 26,457 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 23,917 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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A8 VDR is a 2007 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 A8 VDR, 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

How do I check the history of A8 VDR?

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What year was A8 VDR registered?

A8 VDR is a 2007 Audi A8, first registered on 4 December 2007.

Is A8 VDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 VDR shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A8 VDR have outstanding finance?

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