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OE57 WJJ

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

186,320 mi
Last recorded186,320 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE57 WJJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 186,320 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2025 182,875 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 16% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2023 163,217 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn/wearing on inner edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn/wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Dec 2023 163,217 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn/wearing on inner edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn/wearing on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Dec 2022 142,345 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper arms, inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both upper arms, inner bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2022 140,809 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 129,423 miles

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective light intensity slightly reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2021 129,423 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective light intensity slightly reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 117,197 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 105,372 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the legal limit on inside edge needs replacement ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 20 Jul 2018 105,372 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the legal limit on inside edge needs replacement ASAP (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2017 87,261 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 70,061 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 53,119 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 53,119 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 48,112 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 43,461 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 35,579 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 27,717 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 WJJ is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 OE57 WJJ, 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 WJJ registered?

OE57 WJJ is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 1 February 2008.

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