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DV58 VGX

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

167,891 mi
Last recorded167,891 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV58 VGX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 167,891 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2024 162,649 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2023 153,666 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2022 146,738 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 132,441 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 113,026 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 102,331 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 88,845 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 78,623 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Dec 2015 78,623 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 63,336 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 63,235 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 54,220 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 44,578 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seat fitted to nsr seat at time of test

cracking in tyre tread, all tyres

Pass 14 Dec 2011 34,686 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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DV58 VGX is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DV58 VGX, 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

How do I check the history of DV58 VGX?

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What year was DV58 VGX registered?

DV58 VGX is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 26 November 2008.

Is DV58 VGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV58 VGX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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