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GEL 659L

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

149,266 mi
Last recorded149,266 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 659L
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2022 149,266 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 235,151 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 235,091 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2018 145,222 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 232,354 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2017 141,654 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 136,558 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 130,720 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 125,429 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 108,941 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 82,279 miles

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

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

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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GEL 659L is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GEL 659L, 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 GEL 659L registered?

GEL 659L is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is GEL 659L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEL 659L shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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