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LM57 ZYV

2008 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

134,245 mi
Last recorded134,245 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM57 ZYV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 134,245 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2026 134,245 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no water (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 121,443 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 108,017 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear and offside front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 92,659 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 78,051 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2021 78,051 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 67,920 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 57,763 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 41,945 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 38,138 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Aug 2016 32,293 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 32,279 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255 40 19 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall as marked (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 30,709 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 28,773 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 26,884 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 26,884 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 24,131 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 20,314 miles

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

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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LM57 ZYV 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 78.9%.

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 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 LM57 ZYV, 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 LM57 ZYV registered?

LM57 ZYV is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is LM57 ZYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM57 ZYV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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