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BK61 ZZA

2011 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

162,233 mi
Last recorded162,233 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi A884,230 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK61 ZZA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 162,233 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 151,838 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2024 141,808 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 134,137 miles

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

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

Fail 5 May 2023 133,896 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2022 126,662 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 126,662 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 115,295 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 17 Sep 2019 113,729 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner shoulder

Fail 16 Sep 2019 113,729 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres wearing on inner shoulder

Pass 29 Aug 2018 103,112 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 20 Sep 2017 94,691 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 71,931 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 45,870 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 45,870 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 31,713 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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BK61 ZZA is a 2011 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 84,230 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 BK61 ZZA, 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 15 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK61 ZZA registered?

BK61 ZZA is a 2011 Audi A8, first registered on 27 September 2011.

Is BK61 ZZA safe to buy?

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