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LB08 JLX

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

188,614 mi
Last recorded188,614 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB08 JLX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2024 188,614 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 182,228 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Exhaust sleave (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 177,758 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 6 Oct 2020 173,315 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2019 164,048 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 151,561 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 142,281 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 131,267 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 121,476 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 102,852 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 85,097 miles

front tyres worn on inside edge

Fail 9 May 2013 85,097 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

front tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 22 May 2012 52,540 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 29,518 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 29,266 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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LB08 JLX is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LB08 JLX, 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.

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What year was LB08 JLX registered?

LB08 JLX is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is LB08 JLX safe to buy?

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