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GV09 HMK

2009 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

162,464 mi
Last recorded162,464 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV09 HMK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2023 162,464 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 151,802 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))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 138,118 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 133,136 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jan 2020 133,136 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 112,217 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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 22 Jan 2018 97,585 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 94,756 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 90,406 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 88,302 miles

both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

Pass 23 Mar 2015 83,726 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 82,469 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre slight side wall damage

Pass 29 Aug 2013 73,532 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 59,111 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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GV09 HMK is a 2009 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GV09 HMK, 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.

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What year was GV09 HMK registered?

GV09 HMK is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 29 June 2009.

Is GV09 HMK safe to buy?

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