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GX08 EFC

2008 Audi A8

Black Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

69,786 mi
Last recorded69,786 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 EFC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2024 69,786 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 69,685 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi Section Slight Leak (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 67,054 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 67,054 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 60,168 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 13 Jul 2020 55,348 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 54,368 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 52,446 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 47,592 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 42,438 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 41,527 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 35,713 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 33,325 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 28,827 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 26,255 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 23,187 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Dec 2011 19,115 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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GX08 EFC is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GX08 EFC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX08 EFC registered?

GX08 EFC is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is GX08 EFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX08 EFC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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