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KN58 UPY

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

260,868 mi
Last recorded260,868 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN58 UPY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 260,868 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 242,140 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2024 242,049 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2023 232,317 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2022 220,780 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 205,300 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2019 199,129 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 187,997 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 161,253 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 85,661 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 83,233 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 77,983 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 65,187 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 62,777 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2014 62,777 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 45,269 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2013 45,269 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 30,956 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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KN58 UPY is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KN58 UPY, 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 KN58 UPY registered?

KN58 UPY is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 8 October 2008.

Is KN58 UPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN58 UPY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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