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HX08 GYB

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,344 mi
Last recorded108,344 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 GYB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 108,344 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 105,689 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 92,990 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 80,858 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 80,858 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 63,968 miles

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

Nearside inner brake light not working not required for MOT

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 50,614 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Oct 2012 50,614 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 37,299 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 37,257 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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HX08 GYB is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 HX08 GYB, 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 HX08 GYB registered?

HX08 GYB is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is HX08 GYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX08 GYB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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