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GJ08 SVG

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

220,696 mi
Last recorded220,696 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 SVG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2025 220,696 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2024 214,698 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2023 205,125 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 199,133 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 190,006 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2021 180,302 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 163,340 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper front and rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper front and rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 150,325 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 134,583 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 118,738 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 102,845 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of rear seat belts

engine cover fited

undertray fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2014 89,540 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jan 2014 80,159 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 71,909 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 57,430 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 57,148 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 52,250 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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GJ08 SVG is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver 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 GJ08 SVG, 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 GJ08 SVG registered?

GJ08 SVG is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is GJ08 SVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ08 SVG shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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