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PG08 VGL

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

163,353 mi
Last recorded163,353 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG08 VGL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 163,353 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 152,454 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 142,208 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 129,179 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 121,261 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 115,673 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 111,480 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 111,480 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 24 May 2019 101,960 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

under trays fitted

Fail 23 May 2019 101,873 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

under trays fitted

Pass 30 May 2018 95,506 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

under trays fitted

Pass 8 May 2017 87,222 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 80,038 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 67,619 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Apr 2014 54,115 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front nearside offside tyre treads wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 12 Apr 2013 45,569 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2012 37,577 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 33,245 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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PG08 VGL is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PG08 VGL, 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 PG08 VGL registered?

PG08 VGL is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is PG08 VGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG08 VGL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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