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RA57 MSX

2007 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

193,413 mi
Last recorded193,413 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Audi A8100,236 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA57 MSX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 193,413 miles

Front Upper Bushes on upper suspension arms splitting but no play

Nearside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned Not fully fitted in hub approx 1mm but secure (2.1.3 (e))

Front Lower LED bulbs fitted in front fog lights no focus to image will cause dazzle when used

Fail 16 Mar 2026 193,228 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2025 186,316 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 180,586 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 176,092 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2023 176,091 miles

Central Front Oil leaking excessively from engine sump plug area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 162,164 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 159,424 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 157,516 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 151,418 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 144,759 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 May 2017 144,728 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure hid bulb insecure not giving a beam image (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2016 130,624 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2015 121,333 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 May 2014 111,645 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 111,645 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 107,058 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2012 93,530 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 91,690 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 67,627 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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RA57 MSX is a 2007 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 100,236 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 RA57 MSX, 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 19 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RA57 MSX registered?

RA57 MSX is a 2007 Audi A8, first registered on 11 December 2007.

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