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OE08 AYL

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

188,210 mi
Last recorded188,210 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 AYL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 188,210 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 157,345 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 135,937 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 125,098 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 122,432 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 118,677 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2021 118,677 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 107,448 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2018 92,583 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2017 90,501 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 85,985 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 78,195 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 67,151 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 55,479 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 45,926 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 37,688 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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OE08 AYL is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 OE08 AYL, 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 OE08 AYL registered?

OE08 AYL is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 23 July 2008.

Is OE08 AYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE08 AYL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OE08 AYL have outstanding finance?

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