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GR57 FFN

2008 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

169,030 mi
Last recorded169,030 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR57 FFN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 169,030 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 151,638 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 139,434 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 139,434 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 127,759 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 110,615 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 99,340 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 20 May 2013 80,591 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 21 May 2012 57,132 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front anti roll bar c links worn

Pass 8 Jun 2011 39,643 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front anti roll bar c links worn

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 FFN is a 2008 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GR57 FFN, 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 FFN registered?

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

Is GR57 FFN safe to buy?

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