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HFZ 7061

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

217,623 mi
Last recorded217,623 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFZ 7061
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 217,623 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2026 217,623 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 201,357 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2025 201,357 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Apr 2024 193,509 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2024 193,508 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2024 193,497 miles

Offside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Track rod end (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 188,723 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 6 Feb 2023 188,695 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2021 170,260 miles

under tray limitations

Fail 20 Oct 2021 170,260 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction front (3.1 (a) (ii))

under tray limitations

Pass 28 Sep 2020 169,477 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 162,582 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 161,571 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 147,965 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 139,442 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 139,442 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 123,953 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 113,759 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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HFZ 7061 is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 HFZ 7061, 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 HFZ 7061 registered?

HFZ 7061 is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 21 November 2008.

Is HFZ 7061 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFZ 7061 shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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