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PL57 UVG

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2023
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

161,010 mi
Last recorded161,010 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL57 UVG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 18 Dec 2023 161,010 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim has wood stuck in bead (5.2.3 (k))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning in boot (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn marked with yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn marked with yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front bumper damaged

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Rear both rear lens cracked

Pass 27 Jan 2022 145,829 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2022 145,827 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 137,535 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 137,525 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Dec 2019 129,570 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2019 129,567 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 117,550 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 117,549 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 100,016 miles

Engine management light on

Fail 25 Jan 2017 100,012 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall - marked with yellow chalk (4.1.D.1b)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine management light on

Pass 25 Jan 2016 91,052 miles

engine warning light on

Fail 20 Jan 2016 91,003 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

brake pad warning light on

engine warning light on

Pass 6 Jan 2014 71,147 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine man light on

Pass 23 Jan 2012 47,758 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 Jan 2011 34,393 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 34,393 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 25,983 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 UVG 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 55.6%.

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 UVG, 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.

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What year was PL57 UVG registered?

PL57 UVG is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 26 February 2008.

Is PL57 UVG safe to buy?

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