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J17 OJJ

2009 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

235,017 mi
Last recorded235,017 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ17 OJJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 235,017 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases [flex] (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 220,606 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

os front intercooler slight leak [oil]

Pass 28 Feb 2024 204,826 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 191,694 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 175,026 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 156,623 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 147,707 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 136,305 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 130,584 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 123,312 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both side upper rear (Front) (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Jan 2017 123,312 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both side upper rear (Front) (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 112,610 miles

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

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

Nearside front tyre cut inner side wall Not down to cords

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)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 102,444 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 89,093 miles

***offside front tyre on legal limit***

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

Pass 17 May 2012 64,177 miles

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

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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J17 OJJ is a 2009 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 94,870 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 J17 OJJ, 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 17 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J17 OJJ registered?

J17 OJJ is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 22 May 2009.

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