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FL09 ZFY

2009 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

152,305 mi
Last recorded152,305 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL09 ZFY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 152,305 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2025 144,144 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 136,893 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 122,414 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 114,636 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 106,390 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 97,056 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 88,449 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 88,385 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 79,427 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 69,930 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 60,796 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 51,725 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 41,946 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 31,901 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 21,868 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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FL09 ZFY is a 2009 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 94,870 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 FL09 ZFY, 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 17 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 FL09 ZFY registered?

FL09 ZFY is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 28 March 2009.

Is FL09 ZFY safe to buy?

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