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FG58 UWM

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

188,800 mi
Last recorded188,800 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 UWM
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 188,800 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2024 186,724 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 184,724 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 182,016 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 180,561 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 180,032 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 178,842 miles

Nearside Rear tyre on limits + nails in it

Pass 8 Jun 2018 170,068 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 162,161 miles

Nearside Front top ball joint slight play

Pass 10 Jun 2016 154,791 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Jun 2016 154,791 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 138,915 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 125,294 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2013 106,970 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2012 70,640 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 70,640 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 45,745 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 45,519 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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FG58 UWM is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 FG58 UWM, 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 FG58 UWM registered?

FG58 UWM is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 23 October 2008.

Is FG58 UWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG58 UWM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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