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LX57 XLZ

2007 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

210,485 mi
Last recorded210,485 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2023
Typical for 2007 Audi A8100,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX57 XLZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2023 210,485 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2022 208,236 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 285,031 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 159,601 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 May 2020 159,601 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 153,397 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2017 150,396 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 150,348 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective air bag light stay on (5.4.1)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 142,919 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 142,919 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2015 138,915 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2015 138,915 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 128,239 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 118,278 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Sep 2011 103,976 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 103,976 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 87,697 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 87,697 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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LX57 XLZ is a 2007 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 100,236 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 LX57 XLZ, 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 19 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 LX57 XLZ registered?

LX57 XLZ is a 2007 Audi A8, first registered on 1 September 2007.

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The MOT history for LX57 XLZ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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