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LY57 KZS

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,528 mi
Last recorded114,528 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY57 KZS
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 114,528 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 106,612 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 11 Apr 2018 99,797 miles

engine covers & under trays & sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2017 91,860 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 82,375 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 71,365 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 66,873 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 60,589 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 60,589 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 52,265 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 52,265 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jan 2011 40,263 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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LY57 KZS is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LY57 KZS, 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.

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What year was LY57 KZS registered?

LY57 KZS is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is LY57 KZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY57 KZS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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