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AD61 VBV

2011 Audi A8

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

80,850 mi
Last recorded80,850 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi A884,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD61 VBV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 80,850 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2026 80,850 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2025 78,739 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2024 72,428 miles

under tray fittet

Pass 14 Feb 2023 69,236 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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 22 Feb 2022 66,325 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 64,306 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 59,288 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 47,846 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 44,603 miles

Engine Bay Covers and Under Body Trays.

Pass 3 Feb 2017 40,520 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2017 40,520 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2016 34,528 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 24,989 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 26 Feb 2014 13,188 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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AD61 VBV is a 2011 Audi A8 in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AD61 VBV, 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 AD61 VBV registered?

AD61 VBV is a 2011 Audi A8, first registered on 2 September 2011.

Is AD61 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD61 VBV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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