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MT08 LFU

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

163,581 mi
Last recorded163,581 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 LFU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 163,581 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 147,081 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 135,217 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 128,477 miles

Engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some testable components

Fail 29 Jun 2017 128,477 miles

Engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some testable components

Headlamp aim too high Both sides - PRS (1.8)

Fail 28 Jun 2017 128,444 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned wrong bulb (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 116,753 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 116,745 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 275/35/20 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 275/35/20 (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 275/35/20 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 98,695 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)

Fail 27 Mar 2015 98,695 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)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 90,113 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 74,376 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 68,960 miles

front wiper blades in poor condition

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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MT08 LFU is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 MT08 LFU, 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 MT08 LFU registered?

MT08 LFU is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 14 August 2008.

Is MT08 LFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT08 LFU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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