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GL57 VLM

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

118,401 mi
Last recorded118,401 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2016
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 VLM
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2016 118,401 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 118,401 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush both arms (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush both arms (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 106,340 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 82,835 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 63,376 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 57,201 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 46,005 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 33,315 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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GL57 VLM is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VLM, 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 GL57 VLM registered?

GL57 VLM is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 10 January 2008.

Is GL57 VLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL57 VLM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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