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OV08 SFE

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

113,840 mi
Last recorded113,840 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 SFE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 113,840 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 106,227 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 95,033 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 92,957 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 80,054 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 79,519 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 70,145 miles

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

Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

offside rear tyre worn on edges

Fail 2 Jun 2014 70,145 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

offside rear tyre worn on edges

Pass 8 Jun 2013 65,480 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 53,359 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

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

engine management light on.

Pass 15 Mar 2011 49,689 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

both sides front brake disc's slightly worn

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 SFE is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 OV08 SFE, 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

How do I check the history of OV08 SFE?

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What year was OV08 SFE registered?

OV08 SFE is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is OV08 SFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 SFE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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