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H16 DCR

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

127,304 mi
Last recorded127,304 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH16 DCR
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 127,304 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 123,497 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 119,745 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 115,181 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 112,543 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 110,025 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 102,572 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 88,610 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 88,606 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Oil leak sump plug seal ()

Pass 26 Apr 2017 78,730 miles

engine light on

Pass 13 Apr 2016 68,572 miles

engine light on

Pass 1 May 2015 59,894 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2013 41,975 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Jun 2012 31,918 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 23,862 miles

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

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

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

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

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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H16 DCR is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 H16 DCR, 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 H16 DCR registered?

H16 DCR is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is H16 DCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H16 DCR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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