MOT Status
ValidMileage
160,278 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play back arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()
Nearside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))
Under Trays Fitted
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges and wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
Front Registration plate inscription illegible diget (0.1 (b))
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
nearside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge.
offside front tyre slight uneven wear on inner/outer edge.
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
nearside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge.
offside front tyre slight uneven wear on inner/outer edge.
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GL57 TYG 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 88.2%.
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 GL57 TYG, 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 GL57 TYG registered?
GL57 TYG is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 29 January 2008.
Is GL57 TYG safe to buy?
The MOT history for GL57 TYG 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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