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A8 VYP

2007 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

178,988 mi
Last recorded178,988 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2007 Audi A8100,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 VYP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 178,988 miles

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 May 2019 169,212 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 167,696 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 157,674 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 157,674 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 143,926 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 143,926 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 139,016 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 135,857 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 118,269 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 105,187 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 15 Mar 2012 105,171 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 92,245 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 76,395 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 61,857 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 46,243 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 VYP is a 2007 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 VYP, 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.

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What year was A8 VYP registered?

A8 VYP is a 2007 Audi A8, first registered on 21 November 2007.

Is A8 VYP safe to buy?

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