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AE08 SJV

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

185,706 mi
Last recorded185,706 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 SJV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2022 185,706 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 176,232 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 164,246 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))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 153,773 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 153,752 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Aug 2018 143,428 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 138,856 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 133,375 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 110,339 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 85,130 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Jun 2014 85,130 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2013 61,465 miles

Engine management warning light on

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

Nearside and offisde front wiper blades slightly deteriorated

Nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

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

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 26 Jun 2012 41,043 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 30,168 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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AE08 SJV is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AE08 SJV, 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 AE08 SJV registered?

AE08 SJV is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is AE08 SJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 SJV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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