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GRU 5Y

2009 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

160,130 mi
Last recorded160,130 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRU 5Y
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 160,130 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes covered (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Undertrays fitted to vehicle

Fail 10 Dec 2018 160,083 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipes covered (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Undertrays fitted to vehicle

Pass 11 Dec 2017 142,683 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2016 130,695 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2015 113,816 miles

emissions 0.00

engine covers fitted

Pass 22 Aug 2015 110,402 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 105,549 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 97,556 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 82,726 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 46,440 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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GRU 5Y is a 2009 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2009 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 94,870 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 GRU 5Y, 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 17 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 GRU 5Y registered?

GRU 5Y is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 31 May 2009.

Is GRU 5Y safe to buy?

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