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N500 RSM

2010 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

137,872 mi
Last recorded137,872 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 Audi A886,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN500 RSM
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 137,872 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 135,964 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 133,701 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 127,812 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 122,489 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2019 110,586 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 100,889 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 93,414 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 85,072 miles

Engine leaking oil

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre scrubbed on outer sidewall

Pass 4 Sep 2014 81,859 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 78,336 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 57,560 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 57,530 miles

Front Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

Rear Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

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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N500 RSM is a 2010 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2010 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 86,936 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 N500 RSM, 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 16 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N500 RSM?

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What year was N500 RSM registered?

N500 RSM is a 2010 Audi A8, first registered on 6 January 2010.

Is N500 RSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N500 RSM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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