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BW57 GGV

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

160,404 mi
Last recorded160,404 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW57 GGV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2023 160,404 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 147,839 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 136,129 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 127,789 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 118,194 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 112,863 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 102,579 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 85,833 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 149,000 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 129,535 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 109,242 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 90,519 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 80,195 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 80,195 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 56,794 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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BW57 GGV is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BW57 GGV, 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.

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What year was BW57 GGV registered?

BW57 GGV is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is BW57 GGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW57 GGV 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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