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OV08 BGX

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

202,878 mi
Last recorded202,878 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 BGX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 202,878 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 200,375 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 198,276 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 196,202 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2023 196,178 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2022 194,020 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 192,715 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 189,290 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2019 189,284 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 182,706 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 178,286 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 160,507 miles

all 4 tyres perished and cracking. front tyres just above 3mm

Pass 31 Mar 2015 129,393 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 120,300 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine management light staying on.

Pass 26 Mar 2013 110,657 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2012 98,999 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 77,415 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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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OV08 BGX is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 OV08 BGX, 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 OV08 BGX registered?

OV08 BGX is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is OV08 BGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 BGX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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