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FH08 NTC

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

176,558 mi
Last recorded176,558 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 NTC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 176,558 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 170,473 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 139,906 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2024 139,892 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both Arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both Arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 124,595 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2022 112,229 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 102,509 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2019 96,894 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt & Offside Rear ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp slightly insecure

Fail 28 Dec 2019 96,894 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt & Offside Rear ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp slightly insecure

Pass 28 Dec 2018 85,882 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides ()

Pass 28 Dec 2017 82,730 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s and n/s ()

Pass 28 Dec 2016 77,109 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s and n/s rear ()

Pass 2 Nov 2015 70,880 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 70,880 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/40 19 100v Bridgestone Potenza (4.1.E.1)

Undertray fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2014 67,859 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2014 67,859 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 98,430 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 61,851 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 42,287 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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FH08 NTC is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black 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 FH08 NTC, 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 FH08 NTC registered?

FH08 NTC is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is FH08 NTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 NTC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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