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AX09 EBZ

2009 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

173,705 mi
Last recorded173,705 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX09 EBZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 173,705 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 155,494 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 6 Mar 2024 138,425 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 121,302 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 105,977 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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 89,213 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2020 83,505 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 75,681 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 68,673 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 54,787 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 51,025 miles

n/s rear tyre worn on inside edge.

Pass 8 Apr 2014 45,713 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 39,907 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 30,989 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 13 Apr 2012 30,989 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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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AX09 EBZ is a 2009 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 AX09 EBZ, 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 AX09 EBZ registered?

AX09 EBZ is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 9 April 2009.

Is AX09 EBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX09 EBZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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