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AV09 GER

2012 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

138,227 mi
Last recorded138,227 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 2012 Audi A877,710 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 GER
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 138,227 miles
Fail 12 May 2023 138,227 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both side (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 May 2022 124,116 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 May 2021 113,225 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2020 259,234 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 251,193 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 4 Sep 2018 241,209 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 233,985 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 220,734 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 195,650 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 171,607 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 149,158 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 118,773 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 98,378 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

item removed from windscreen which would result in mot failure.

Pass 5 Sep 2013 32,766 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 32,766 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 11,059 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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AV09 GER is a 2012 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2012 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 77,710 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 AV09 GER, 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 14 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AV09 GER registered?

AV09 GER is a 2012 Audi A8, first registered on 28 February 2012.

Is AV09 GER safe to buy?

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