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PL57 AAY

2008 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,466 mi
Last recorded74,466 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL57 AAY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2016 74,466 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Mar 2016 74,465 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2015 62,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jan 2014 57,781 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 51,997 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 51,995 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 43,916 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 37,581 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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PL57 AAY is a 2008 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PL57 AAY, 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 PL57 AAY registered?

PL57 AAY is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is PL57 AAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL57 AAY shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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