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ALJ 558

2016 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 3993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,862 mi
Last recorded36,862 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A854,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALJ 558
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 22 Jan 2026 36,862 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 35,615 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 30,261 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 26,330 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 22,729 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 18,349 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 15,052 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 12,628 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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ALJ 558 is a 2016 Audi A8 in Grey with a 3,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 54,224 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 ALJ 558, 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 10 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ALJ 558?

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What year was ALJ 558 registered?

ALJ 558 is a 2016 Audi A8, first registered on 22 March 2016.

Is ALJ 558 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALJ 558 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ALJ 558 have outstanding finance?

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