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H 1940

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,455 mi
Last recorded60,455 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH 1940
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 60,455 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 58,962 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 56,781 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 54,532 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 51,162 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 50,036 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 49,372 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 48,224 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 31 Aug 2017 46,282 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 43,532 miles

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2015 42,800 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 39,590 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 39,590 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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H 1940 is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 H 1940, 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

How do I check the history of H 1940?

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What year was H 1940 registered?

H 1940 is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 1 January 2008.

Is H 1940 safe to buy?

The MOT history for H 1940 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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