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HG08 EAO

2008 Audi A8

Black Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

108,481 mi
Last recorded108,481 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 EAO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 108,481 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 105,801 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 102,748 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2022 99,485 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 95,153 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2021 95,149 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 91,677 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 84,320 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 72,787 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 62,461 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 56,259 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 49,945 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 49,939 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 40,530 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 34,066 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 28,745 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Apr 2011 22,120 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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HG08 EAO 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 HG08 EAO, 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 HG08 EAO registered?

HG08 EAO is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is HG08 EAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 EAO 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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