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AU51 LUX

2009 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

205,548 mi
Last recorded205,548 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU51 LUX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 205,548 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 199,286 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 191,490 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2022 173,892 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2021 158,983 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess exhaust clamp (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 146,077 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Rubber beginning to separate from blade. (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Dec 2020 146,061 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Rubber beginning to separate from blade. (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 131,801 miles

front brake discs worn

nearside front tyre wearing inner

offside rear tyre wearing inner

Pass 6 Jul 2018 114,663 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 113,038 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 110,278 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 110,278 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure SIDEWALL (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 107,885 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 103,499 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2013 99,170 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 99,170 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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)

o/s/f tyre low on inner edge

Pass 27 Nov 2012 93,975 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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AU51 LUX is a 2009 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 94,870 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 AU51 LUX, 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 17 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 AU51 LUX registered?

AU51 LUX is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 23 July 2009.

Is AU51 LUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU51 LUX 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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