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A8 XEU

2011 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

167,690 mi
Last recorded167,690 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Audi A884,230 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 XEU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 167,690 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 164,500 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 154,732 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 137,407 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 126,424 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2022 126,424 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 119,472 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative Spray head missing from washer. (4.1.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2020 110,965 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2019 101,734 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 85,834 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 85,834 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 76,112 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Pass 6 Jul 2015 70,738 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Jun 2015 70,265 miles

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

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2014 63,808 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 58,202 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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)

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 XEU is a 2011 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2011 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 84,230 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 XEU, 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 15 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 A8 XEU registered?

A8 XEU is a 2011 Audi A8, first registered on 30 March 2011.

Is A8 XEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 XEU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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