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AE08 SJY

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,182 mi
Last recorded122,182 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 SJY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2025 122,182 miles

Exhaust noisy All silencers removed from exhaust system. (8.1.1 (a))

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

Auxiliary drive belt is severely deteriorated and creeping off the pulleys. This affects the power steering and electrical systems. Recommend immediate replacement.

Fail 28 Jan 2025 121,988 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rearmost of the front arms. Inner bush displays excessive movement: Marked. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts Underbonnet wiring close to auxiliary belt assembly. Already damaged and pulled apart. Purple. (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy All silencers removed from exhaust system. (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Small bore hose insecure at belt end of engine, and dangling close to belt assembly.

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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

Auxiliary drive belt is severely deteriorated and creeping off the pulleys. This affects the power steering and electrical systems. Recommend immediate replacement.

Pass 30 Jan 2024 108,569 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 103,410 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 95,259 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 84,465 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 84,465 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 80,761 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 14 Dec 2016 73,491 miles

Sill Covers and Undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2015 63,956 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 62,792 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 58,355 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 46,373 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 43,783 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 38,743 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 32,963 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 SJY is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver 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 AE08 SJY, 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

How do I check the history of AE08 SJY?

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What year was AE08 SJY registered?

AE08 SJY is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is AE08 SJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 SJY 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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