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AC08 XRA

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

165,887 mi
Last recorded165,887 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 XRA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2023 165,887 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S &O/S (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2022 163,227 miles

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

undertrays fitted

Fail 13 Dec 2022 163,220 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Dec 2021 160,534 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 153,544 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 141,423 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 132,810 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 123,478 miles

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

engine oil leak

Pass 2 Nov 2016 111,998 miles

front discs wear/corrosion inner faces

o/s h/lamp washer sticking

o/s rackboot twisted

unable to assess some areas due to covers,bellypan oil contamination

Fail 31 Oct 2016 111,894 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s h/lamp washer sticking

o/s rackboot twisted

front discs wear/corrosion inner faces

unable to assess some areas due to covers,bellypan oil contamination

Pass 10 Nov 2015 100,669 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 97,270 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 93,246 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 86,467 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 81,403 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing thin on inner edge

Pass 1 Apr 2011 80,162 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

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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AC08 XRA 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 87.5%.

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 AC08 XRA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AC08 XRA registered?

AC08 XRA is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is AC08 XRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC08 XRA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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