CarVerify

Free Car Check

GS61 GEL

2011 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4134cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,277 mi
Last recorded52,277 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 2011 Audi A884,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGS61 GEL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 52,277 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 34,174 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 24,420 miles

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

Rear brake discs wearing thin

Fail 26 Sep 2014 24,420 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

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

Rear brake discs wearing thin

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
Full Audi A8 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GS61 GEL is a 2011 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 84,230 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 GS61 GEL, 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 15 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GS61 GEL?

You can check the full history of GS61 GEL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GS61 GEL registered?

GS61 GEL is a 2011 Audi A8, first registered on 24 October 2011.

Is GS61 GEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GS61 GEL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GS61 GEL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GS61 GEL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.