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NJ58 HSD

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

144,606 mi
Last recorded144,606 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ58 HSD
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 144,606 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))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 136,289 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Nov 2023 136,284 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 123,969 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 114,965 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 106,312 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 106,300 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag warning light on dash (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 104,517 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 93,463 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 81,167 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 75,664 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 63,906 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 54,786 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 47,184 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Aug 2012 39,277 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2012 39,277 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Aug 2011 29,146 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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NJ58 HSD is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 NJ58 HSD, 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 NJ58 HSD registered?

NJ58 HSD is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 3 September 2008.

Is NJ58 HSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ58 HSD shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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