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J222 SSB

2009 Audi A8

Black Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,936 mi
Last recorded97,936 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ222 SSB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 97,936 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 96,929 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 17 Feb 2024 96,929 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Mar 2022 92,761 miles

Nearside Front Inner CV boot starting to deteriorate

Nearside Front Wiper slightly smearing screen but not enough to affect drivers view

Offside Front Inner CV boot starting to deteriorate

Pass 14 Jan 2021 92,449 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 80,136 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 69,259 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 58,793 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' chip (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 May 2016 51,375 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 42,596 miles

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

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

nearside and offside front tyre very worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Dec 2013 38,624 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 30,519 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2012 30,519 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 23,668 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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J222 SSB is a 2009 Audi A8 in Black with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J222 SSB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J222 SSB registered?

J222 SSB is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 8 January 2009.

Is J222 SSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J222 SSB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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