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RA57 VNN

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

137,010 mi
Last recorded137,010 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA57 VNN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 137,010 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2025 125,372 miles

Stone chip to windscreen

Pass 20 Jan 2024 113,781 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 107,170 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 103,097 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 96,638 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 90,890 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 84,431 miles

front tyres 2mm inner edge

Pass 19 Dec 2017 77,320 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 71,014 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

front tyres 1.6mm inner edge

rear brakes worn

rear tyres perished

Pass 4 Jan 2016 64,911 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 57,889 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 53,993 miles

both rear tyres close to legal limit in places

Pass 27 Dec 2012 48,851 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2012 48,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 40,213 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 33,021 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 33,020 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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 VNN is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VNN, 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 RA57 VNN registered?

RA57 VNN is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 4 January 2008.

Is RA57 VNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA57 VNN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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