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KT57 XAA

2008 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

77,942 mi
Last recorded77,942 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT57 XAA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 77,942 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 77,918 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 76,417 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 72,050 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 68,689 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2021 67,174 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2021 67,174 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2020 66,484 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 64,918 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 63,045 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 60,658 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 60,658 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 58,559 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 52,275 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 46,687 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 40,518 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 32,982 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 25,164 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 25,163 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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KT57 XAA is a 2008 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 KT57 XAA, 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 KT57 XAA registered?

KT57 XAA is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 21 January 2008.

Is KT57 XAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT57 XAA shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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