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DU08 LHO

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

142,854 mi
Last recorded142,854 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 LHO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 142,854 miles

Air suspension light on dash

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 142,845 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Air suspension light on dash

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 132,232 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 117,748 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 108,960 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 106,472 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2021 106,472 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 100,540 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 98,108 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 91,121 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2017 83,946 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 75,811 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 68,507 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 68,507 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 61,089 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 13 Jun 2013 54,063 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 54,063 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 44,900 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 39,561 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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DU08 LHO is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 DU08 LHO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DU08 LHO registered?

DU08 LHO is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is DU08 LHO safe to buy?

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