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FY08 TFO

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

258,838 mi
Last recorded258,838 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 TFO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 258,838 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2023 258,838 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 246,332 miles

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 16 Nov 2021 240,677 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 236,820 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 229,660 miles

Front antiroll bar links worn

Front brake discs corroded

Rear tyres on legal limit

Pass 18 Apr 2018 224,212 miles

Rear tyres worn low

Pass 20 Apr 2017 204,737 miles

Rear tyres worn low

Fail 20 Apr 2017 204,737 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear tyres worn low

Pass 20 Apr 2016 178,297 miles

Rear tyres wearing low

Pass 29 Apr 2015 156,858 miles

Both front tyres worn low on inside edge

Pass 17 Apr 2014 134,786 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Apr 2014 134,786 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2013 95,194 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 95,194 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine management light is on.

Pass 19 Apr 2012 73,782 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 37,915 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2011 37,915 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

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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FY08 TFO is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FY08 TFO, 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 FY08 TFO registered?

FY08 TFO is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 11 March 2008.

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