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LY57 AYC

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

195,803 mi
Last recorded195,803 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY57 AYC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 195,803 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2024 182,118 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 175,094 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 163,266 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 158,346 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Aug 2021 158,365 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 146,327 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view front windscreen cracked in a swept area a cross recommend (3.2 (a) (i))

advisory engine cover and under tray fitted

Pass 19 Mar 2019 141,138 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))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 126,255 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 116,582 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Oct 2016 116,580 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 110,098 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush forward facing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear facing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Fail 22 Oct 2015 110,063 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush forward facing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear facing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 99,262 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 88,019 miles

offside front air suspension shroud split.

Pass 12 Nov 2012 72,213 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 66,833 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 62,951 miles

large engine and bodie covers fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2010 52,193 miles

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

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

screw in o/s/f tyre

Pass 1 Feb 2010 41,157 miles

covers fitted top and bottom engine and sides under vehicle

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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LY57 AYC is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 LY57 AYC, 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

How do I check the history of LY57 AYC?

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What year was LY57 AYC registered?

LY57 AYC is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 12 February 2008.

Is LY57 AYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY57 AYC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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