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MM08 VFX

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

193,174 mi
Last recorded193,174 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM08 VFX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 193,174 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 191,046 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2023 190,999 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2021 174,481 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 153,537 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 143,231 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 132,061 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 120,632 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 111,568 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2015 111,568 miles

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 102,584 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 102,584 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 86,509 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 86,509 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 68,403 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 59,298 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 59,298 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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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MM08 VFX is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 MM08 VFX, 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 MM08 VFX registered?

MM08 VFX is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 14 August 2008.

Is MM08 VFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM08 VFX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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