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KN57 XTC

2007 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

229,541 mi
Last recorded229,541 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Audi A8100,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN57 XTC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 229,541 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2025 229,541 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 May 2024 229,526 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface both (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

under tray and engine cover fitted

Fail 24 May 2024 229,514 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface both (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

under tray and engine cover fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2023 218,917 miles

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

EML on

Pass 24 Feb 2022 212,638 miles

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

EML on

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 204,532 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 200,370 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides front wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 187,702 miles

Emissions result too low to record

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 170,062 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 161,957 miles

brake pad light flashing on

engine management light on

Fail 31 Dec 2016 161,957 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

brake pad light flashing on

engine management light on

Pass 9 Sep 2015 145,762 miles

E,M,L on

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 9 Sep 2015 145,762 miles

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

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

E,M,L on

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 May 2014 122,889 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 99,063 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 98,103 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2011 73,247 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 47,701 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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KN57 XTC is a 2007 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2007 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 100,236 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 KN57 XTC, 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 19 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 KN57 XTC registered?

KN57 XTC is a 2007 Audi A8, first registered on 8 November 2007.

Is KN57 XTC safe to buy?

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