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LY08 MWF

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

182,681 mi
Last recorded182,681 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 MWF
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2020 182,681 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 164,790 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2019 164,780 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 151,623 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 135,633 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 125,233 miles

all 4 tyres worn

Pass 21 Jul 2015 110,631 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 104,771 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 98,765 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 93,069 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 71,232 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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LY08 MWF is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 LY08 MWF, 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 MWF registered?

LY08 MWF is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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