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FY59 NKG

2009 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

207,998 mi
Last recorded207,998 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 NKG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 207,998 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2026 207,994 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt snapped (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2025 200,491 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 193,563 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 183,956 miles

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

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 Sep 2022 178,229 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 173,728 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 161,138 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 152,477 miles

Offside Front Front headlamp unit has excessive condensation, but not affecting beam pattern

Pass 29 Sep 2018 140,200 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 127,527 miles

EML on dash

Pass 23 Sep 2016 110,767 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 104,566 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 104,566 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2014 96,549 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 87,927 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 82,283 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FY59 NKG is a 2009 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FY59 NKG, 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 FY59 NKG registered?

FY59 NKG is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is FY59 NKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY59 NKG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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