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LY08 CHX

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

119,515 mi
Last recorded119,515 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 CHX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 119,515 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 118,078 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 116,743 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 113,554 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 110,220 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2019 110,220 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 98,733 miles

Warning message for the headlamp range control defective but the projected beam image is correct

Pass 24 Nov 2017 92,285 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 82,265 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 82,265 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 72,526 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 61,581 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 48,397 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2013 48,397 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 21 May 2013 44,566 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2012 36,978 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 30,034 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 30,034 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear 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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LY08 CHX is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LY08 CHX, 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 LY08 CHX registered?

LY08 CHX is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is LY08 CHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY08 CHX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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