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LY57 LLR

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

179,489 mi
Last recorded179,489 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY57 LLR
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2019 179,489 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2019 179,489 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 178,159 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2017 174,034 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both side (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2016 168,290 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 165,389 miles

Nearside Front Outer edge of tyre worn low

Slight oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2014 161,251 miles

Air suspension warning light on.

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

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 28 Aug 2013 149,548 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)

emissions to low to be detected

Fail 28 Aug 2013 149,548 miles

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

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)

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

emissions to low to be detected

Pass 22 Feb 2013 141,095 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 129,868 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 121,449 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 121,449 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 114,220 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 95,417 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 74,480 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 58,725 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 44,043 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 28,949 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 2,102 miles

Under vehicle covered in shield/gaurd

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 LLR is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black 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 LLR, 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 LLR registered?

LY57 LLR is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is LY57 LLR safe to buy?

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