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PJ08 LGG

2008 Audi V8

Grey Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

277,262 mi
Last recorded277,262 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 LGG
MakeAudi
ModelV8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 277,262 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2026 277,237 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 270,652 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 268,941 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 96,076 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 96,076 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 88,408 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 84,352 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 77,406 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 66,832 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2012 57,307 miles

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)

Pass 6 May 2011 43,618 miles

How Reliable is the Audi V8?

Based on 704 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
1,671
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 41
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 25
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 24
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 20
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PJ08 LGG is a 2008 Audi V8 in Grey with a 4,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Audi V8 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PJ08 LGG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi V8 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 18 years old, this Audi V8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PJ08 LGG registered?

PJ08 LGG is a 2008 Audi V8, first registered on 9 April 2008.

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The MOT history for PJ08 LGG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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