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MW08 OCU

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

239,514 mi
Last recorded239,514 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW08 OCU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2021 239,514 miles

pad light on

Pass 23 Nov 2020 230,899 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 217,155 miles

Engine covers and Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 207,915 miles

Nearside Front Position Lamp flashing.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2018 207,911 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Position Lamp flashing.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 311,114 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 310,634 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 172,159 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 155,521 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 122,302 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 100,104 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)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 82,266 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 47,693 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 28,257 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 28,242 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 24,366 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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MW08 OCU is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MW08 OCU, 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 MW08 OCU registered?

MW08 OCU is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 8 July 2008.

Is MW08 OCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW08 OCU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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