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OY58 GBU

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

241,390 mi
Last recorded241,390 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY58 GBU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 241,390 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 235,578 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 231,638 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 228,301 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 223,885 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 213,437 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 199,952 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 174,668 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 154,545 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 150,537 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 119,603 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 119,603 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 85,542 miles

o/s/r tyre on legal limit, n/s/r close to legal limit

Pass 15 Sep 2011 42,300 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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OY58 GBU is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 OY58 GBU, 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 OY58 GBU registered?

OY58 GBU is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is OY58 GBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY58 GBU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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