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GR57 FFJ

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

170,654 mi
Last recorded170,654 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR57 FFJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 170,654 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2020 170,654 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 153,233 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 145,181 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 135,238 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 124,065 miles

item removed from windscreen prior to test

Fail 18 Oct 2016 124,065 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outter side wall (4.1.D.1a)

item removed from windscreen prior to test

Pass 15 Oct 2015 112,915 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 97,589 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 80,335 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 80,335 miles

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 69,425 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 69,423 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 56,815 miles

offside headlamp aim set on upper limit

wipers poor

Pass 20 Jan 2011 49,441 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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GR57 FFJ is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GR57 FFJ, 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 GR57 FFJ registered?

GR57 FFJ is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is GR57 FFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR57 FFJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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