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OY08 AHV

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

167,471 mi
Last recorded167,471 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 AHV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2021 167,471 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most Rear, Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 31 Dec 2021 167,471 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Most Rear, Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2020 160,066 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 153,043 miles

Offside Rear seat belt buckle casing damaged

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 150,716 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2018 150,716 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017 141,585 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front tyre bald on outer edge

Fail 1 Jun 2017 141,585 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Offside Front tyre bald on outer edge

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 123,681 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front badly worn on both edges

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

bake pad warning light on

Fail 9 Jun 2016 123,681 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front badly worn on both edges

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (4.1.E.1)

bake pad warning light on

Fail 4 Jun 2015 102,390 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 102,390 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 85,652 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 66,001 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 66,001 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 48,860 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 32,364 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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OY08 AHV is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 OY08 AHV, 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.

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What year was OY08 AHV registered?

OY08 AHV is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 1 May 2008.

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