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KU59 BWA

2009 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

193,889 mi
Last recorded193,889 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU59 BWA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 193,889 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 184,848 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 177,755 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2024 177,755 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Nov 2023 175,043 miles

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))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 162,044 miles

Front Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 150,588 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2021 150,588 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 134,936 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2020 134,581 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator poss front (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/40/19y (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion x lip on front discs / engine x under covers fitted / under cover loose /

Pass 22 May 2019 118,701 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn edges inner (5.2.3 (e))

no emission detected time of test

Pass 15 May 2018 108,294 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine covers fitted and under body trays fitted

no emissions detected at time of test

Pass 18 May 2017 99,640 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front & rear arms (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front & rear arms (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 91,754 miles

nearside and offside front upper suspension arms bushes splitting

Pass 22 Dec 2014 86,284 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 79,506 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 66,673 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 55,493 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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KU59 BWA is a 2009 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KU59 BWA, 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.

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What year was KU59 BWA registered?

KU59 BWA is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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