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ET57 NVX

2008 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

218,771 mi
Last recorded218,771 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET57 NVX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2023 218,771 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 218,771 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 207,701 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 195,029 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 187,030 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 167,331 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 167,331 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 154,398 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 19 Feb 2018 154,398 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 136,612 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2016 132,297 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 198,413 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 111,998 miles

sills and underbody covered

Pass 2 Feb 2013 101,772 miles

nearside front upper suspension arm bushes starting to crack

offside front upper suspension arm bushes starting to crack

Pass 18 Jan 2012 81,115 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2012 81,115 miles

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

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

Coolant leak

Pass 10 Feb 2011 57,971 miles

front anti-roll bar c-link on o/s/f lower bush worn

rear anti-roll bar has surface corrosion

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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ET57 NVX is a 2008 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 ET57 NVX, 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 ET57 NVX?

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What year was ET57 NVX registered?

ET57 NVX is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 12 February 2008.

Is ET57 NVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET57 NVX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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