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DHZ 3

2007 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

177,226 mi
Last recorded177,226 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Audi A8100,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHZ 3
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 177,226 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 166,438 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 147,995 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 144,294 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 138,538 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2022 137,557 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 128,299 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 137,997 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 128,667 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 128,653 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 97,837 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 97,837 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 17 Jan 2013 88,589 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 88,589 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 81,790 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 61,766 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres are worn on both edges

Pass 8 Jan 2010 38,366 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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DHZ 3 is a 2007 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2007 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 100,236 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 DHZ 3, 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 19 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DHZ 3?

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What year was DHZ 3 registered?

DHZ 3 is a 2007 Audi A8, first registered on 11 January 2007.

Is DHZ 3 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHZ 3 shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DHZ 3 have outstanding finance?

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