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AM57 AFF

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

113,898 mi
Last recorded113,898 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM57 AFF
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 113,898 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 110,608 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn 255 45 18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2023 103,154 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 99,931 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2022 99,931 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 30 Jan 2021 97,783 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Jan 2021 97,781 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 94,893 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

engine malfunction light on reg before 1st july 2008

Pass 25 Jul 2018 92,357 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 92,357 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 89,828 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush upper/rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 85,692 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 80,991 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 73,506 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 68,458 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 61,282 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 49,947 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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AM57 AFF is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 AM57 AFF, 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 AM57 AFF?

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What year was AM57 AFF registered?

AM57 AFF is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is AM57 AFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM57 AFF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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