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MV57 VUF

2007 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

185,557 mi
Last recorded185,557 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Audi A8100,236 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV57 VUF
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 185,557 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 178,423 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner driveshaft catching on shield

Pass 8 Nov 2023 165,160 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 165,160 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no image (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no image (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 159,629 miles

Offside Rear tail lamp has water in it

Pass 2 Nov 2021 149,661 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 147,265 miles

both no plates poor

nsf and nsr tyres sidewalls damaged

Fail 20 Nov 2020 147,265 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

both no plates poor

nsf and nsr tyres sidewalls damaged

Pass 8 Nov 2019 145,251 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps damp/misty (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 141,273 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 136,616 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 136,616 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 123,843 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS WEAR/LIPPED

SLIGHT PLAY LOWER ARMS/STEERING

Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH FRONT EDGES (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 113,889 miles

CRACK O/S/R LIGHT LENS

FRONT BRAKE DISCS LIPPED

FRONT TYRES AND ALLOYS DAMAGE

Pass 15 Dec 2014 105,838 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

screen damage over 10mm in zone A but above my eyeline

sill covers fitted so could not check sills

Pass 28 Dec 2013 101,480 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2013 101,454 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 85,893 miles

o/s/r tyre worn to 1.6mm tread depth in centre of tyre

Pass 1 Sep 2011 73,207 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 60,280 miles

Screw in nearside front tyre

Fail 17 Aug 2010 59,864 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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MV57 VUF is a 2007 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2007 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 100,236 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 MV57 VUF, 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 19 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 MV57 VUF registered?

MV57 VUF is a 2007 Audi A8, first registered on 7 September 2007.

Is MV57 VUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV57 VUF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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