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OE57 DCY

2008 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

147,375 mi
Last recorded147,375 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE57 DCY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 147,375 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2026 147,374 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2025 140,768 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2024 134,256 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 127,812 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 121,237 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 116,859 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front , worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 112,768 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 104,931 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 104,931 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 96,008 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2017 89,521 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 70,249 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 56,701 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Jan 2015 56,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2014 44,381 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 37,212 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 30,887 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 24,206 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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OE57 DCY is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 OE57 DCY, 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 OE57 DCY registered?

OE57 DCY is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 8 January 2008.

Is OE57 DCY safe to buy?

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