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M555 UUU

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

191,179 mi
Last recorded191,179 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM555 UUU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 191,179 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 182,139 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear indicator (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear indicator (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2021 168,667 miles

both front tyres worn very low on edges

Pass 14 Feb 2020 161,617 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 142,683 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 130,711 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2018 130,673 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 30 Jan 2017 125,502 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 120,650 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 112,243 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2015 112,243 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2014 103,406 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 78,698 miles

Corrosion inner edge front discs

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Sep 2013 78,698 miles

Corrosion inner edge front discs

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2012 68,755 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre inner edge worn

o/s/f tyre inner edge worn

Pass 19 Sep 2011 54,693 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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M555 UUU is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 M555 UUU, 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 M555 UUU registered?

M555 UUU is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 25 September 2008.

Is M555 UUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M555 UUU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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