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EO08 LYD

2008 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

184,987 mi
Last recorded184,987 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO08 LYD
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 184,987 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2022 175,032 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 163,884 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Dec 2020 158,000 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 144,073 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 134,248 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 123,155 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 103,334 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 96,509 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt casing broken (5.2.2a)

Engine light onn passed emissions

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt casing broken (5.2.2a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Jun 2016 96,509 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt casing broken (5.2.2a)

Engine light onn passed emissions

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt casing broken (5.2.2a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 82,373 miles

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

Nearside front tyre wearing on both edges

Offside front tyre wearing on both edges

Pass 16 Jun 2014 70,887 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2013 48,110 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 31,010 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 24,162 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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EO08 LYD is a 2008 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc 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 EO08 LYD, 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 EO08 LYD registered?

EO08 LYD is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 22 July 2008.

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The MOT history for EO08 LYD 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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