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DL57 AKZ

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

219,993 mi
Last recorded219,993 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL57 AKZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 219,993 miles

Nearside Front headlight washer leaking

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

undertrays fitted

Fail 8 May 2017 219,989 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front headlight washer leaking

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

undertrays fitted

Pass 24 May 2016 209,236 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 196,168 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 28 May 2014 183,223 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 175,270 miles

Both front tyres wearing heavily on inner edges and will require attention.

Pass 3 Feb 2011 51,201 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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DL57 AKZ is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DL57 AKZ, 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 DL57 AKZ registered?

DL57 AKZ is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is DL57 AKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL57 AKZ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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