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L8 BWM

2010 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

149,917 mi
Last recorded149,917 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2010 Audi A886,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8 BWM
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 149,917 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2024 148,695 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2023 145,212 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 140,899 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 135,272 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 122,538 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 110,376 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2018 98,113 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 94,000 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 29 Nov 2017 94,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 86,928 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2015 78,948 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 70,892 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 64,371 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2012 51,541 miles

All tyres stepping on outer tread

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Sep 2011 9,713 miles

Both nearside tyes worn to 3mm

Offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Plastic sill covers, engine shields and underbody shields fitted

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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L8 BWM is a 2010 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2010 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 86,936 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 L8 BWM, 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 16 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 L8 BWM registered?

L8 BWM is a 2010 Audi A8, first registered on 13 May 2010.

Is L8 BWM safe to buy?

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