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GF58 HVS

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,100 mi
Last recorded151,100 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF58 HVS
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 25 Feb 2025 151,100 miles

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

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covers sill covers and under tray fitted

signs of general surface rust/corrosion to underbody arms and components

vehicle presented and tested in wet conditions

Pass 29 Feb 2024 145,334 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2023 142,711 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 135,955 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 128,117 miles

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 124,620 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, top arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 118,681 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))

Oil Leak

Pass 12 Jan 2018 111,650 miles

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 21 Jan 2017 104,440 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 93,573 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 77,626 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 58,682 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 43,647 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 31,113 miles

front lower arm bushes worn.

Pass 26 Sep 2012 20,974 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge and tread down to 3mm

n/s/r tyre down to 3mm and inner and outer treads starting to crack

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

o/s/r tyre down to 3mm

Pass 23 Mar 2012 9,450 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 8,654 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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GF58 HVS is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GF58 HVS, 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 GF58 HVS registered?

GF58 HVS is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 21 November 2008.

Is GF58 HVS safe to buy?

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