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AJ58 YJV

2008 Audi A8

Black Petrol 2773cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

136,822 mi
Last recorded136,822 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ58 YJV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,773cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 136,822 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 205,203 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2024 205,203 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 123,103 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 100,991 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 22 Jul 2021 84,720 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2021 84,718 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 81,369 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 81,368 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 77,600 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 73,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 69,278 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 69,278 miles

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 66,354 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 61,560 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 56,667 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 51,997 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 46,398 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 39,595 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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AJ58 YJV is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,773cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AJ58 YJV, 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 AJ58 YJV registered?

AJ58 YJV is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 15 September 2008.

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