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HG57 ETJ

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

184,068 mi
Last recorded184,068 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG57 ETJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2020 184,068 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 163,231 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 138,781 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 138,781 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2017 126,701 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 112,191 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 96,950 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 83,298 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 77,919 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jan 2014 77,870 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

check tracking

front discs showing wear

n/s/r tyre ONLY JUST MOT LEGAL

o/s/r tyre low on tread 255/40/19y

unable to see condition of brake pads

Pass 12 Jan 2013 58,510 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2012 51,703 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Jan 2012 51,703 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyre size 255/40zr19 100y falken

Pass 13 Jan 2011 42,649 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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HG57 ETJ is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HG57 ETJ, 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 HG57 ETJ registered?

HG57 ETJ is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is HG57 ETJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG57 ETJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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