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AU08 PXO

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

184,672 mi
Last recorded184,672 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 PXO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 184,672 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn inner end outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/ out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Nov 2025 184,672 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn inner end outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/ out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 165,470 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 136,990 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 24 Nov 2023 136,989 miles

Electronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 110,284 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 105,679 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 97,258 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 95,072 miles
Fail 19 May 2020 95,072 miles

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

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))

Pass 24 May 2019 90,692 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2018 82,982 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 May 2017 78,421 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 73,678 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2015 68,068 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 60,943 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 52,472 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 44,767 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 35,328 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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AU08 PXO is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel 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 AU08 PXO, 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 AU08 PXO?

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What year was AU08 PXO registered?

AU08 PXO is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is AU08 PXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 PXO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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