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KN59 FLF

2009 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

141,923 mi
Last recorded141,923 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2024
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN59 FLF
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2024 141,923 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 129,944 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 125,647 miles

vehicle has been tested recently

Fail 27 Oct 2021 125,475 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 121,106 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 103,031 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 103,031 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 97,690 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1.9mm (4.1.E.1)

front discs wearing

Pass 7 Apr 2017 93,320 miles

O/S/F Tyre worn on inner edge

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 86,404 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 82,009 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 78,600 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 77,838 miles

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)

front number plate deterating

Fail 5 Nov 2012 77,832 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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)

front number plate deterating

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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KN59 FLF is a 2009 Audi A8 in Grey with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 KN59 FLF, 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 KN59 FLF registered?

KN59 FLF is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 16 November 2009.

Is KN59 FLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN59 FLF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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