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G3 LUT

2016 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

139,792 mi
Last recorded139,792 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Audi A854,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 LUT
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 139,792 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2025 133,265 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (265/40/20 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 15 Apr 2025 133,265 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (265/40/20 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 121,752 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 15 Apr 2024 121,752 miles

Central Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Apr 2023 111,040 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 96,883 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 73,403 miles

Covers fitted preventing a full inspection.

Pass 4 Sep 2019 63,923 miles

Both rear tyres slightly distorted.

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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G3 LUT is a 2016 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.1% with a typical mileage of 54,224 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 G3 LUT, 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 10 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was G3 LUT registered?

G3 LUT is a 2016 Audi A8, first registered on 10 September 2016.

Is G3 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G3 LUT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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