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KY59 YCW

2009 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,742 mi
Last recorded139,742 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY59 YCW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024 139,742 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 138,257 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 127,374 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2021 120,216 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 106,505 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2020 106,505 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2019 100,600 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2019 100,568 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2018 92,838 miles

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Pass 25 Jun 2017 81,579 miles

both front tyres bald on inner edges

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Fail 25 Jun 2017 81,579 miles

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

both front tyres bald on inner edges

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

Pass 21 Jun 2016 72,952 miles

undertrays fitted unable to do full check.

Pass 13 Aug 2014 48,513 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 38,134 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 29,784 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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KY59 YCW is a 2009 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KY59 YCW, 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 KY59 YCW registered?

KY59 YCW is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is KY59 YCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY59 YCW shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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