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PJ08 UKX

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

123,599 mi
Last recorded123,599 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 UKX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 123,599 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2018 102,045 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush bottom arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front most arm (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Mar 2018 102,044 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear most arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear most arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush bottom arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front most arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 83,993 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 11 Feb 2016 80,134 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar C link bushes worn. (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Feb 2016 80,134 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar C link bushes worn. (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 73,866 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 71,607 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 70,039 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 68,613 miles

both front tyres worn on inner & outer edge

Pass 11 Apr 2011 55,706 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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PJ08 UKX 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 PJ08 UKX, 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 PJ08 UKX registered?

PJ08 UKX is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is PJ08 UKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ08 UKX 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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