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GV08 YNF

2008 Audi A8

Black Petrol 3123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

171,825 mi
Last recorded171,825 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 YNF
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,123cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 171,825 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2026 171,825 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 163,270 miles

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))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 154,902 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2023 148,356 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 143,731 miles

Engine oil leak

Fail 11 Mar 2022 143,726 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Engine oil leak

Pass 16 Mar 2021 138,005 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 129,199 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 129,199 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 121,020 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 113,998 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 113,998 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 105,893 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 99,389 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 93,668 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 89,889 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2013 87,033 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 72,225 miles

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

Wear ridges present front & rear brake discs

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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GV08 YNF is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 3,123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GV08 YNF, 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 GV08 YNF registered?

GV08 YNF is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is GV08 YNF safe to buy?

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