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RC51 BMC

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,344 mi
Last recorded89,344 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRC51 BMC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2025 89,344 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2024 86,011 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 80,800 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 77,316 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 73,201 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 68,947 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 63,128 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 56,465 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 50,315 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 46,563 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 42,436 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 38,822 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 34,450 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 29,873 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 22,745 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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RC51 BMC is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RC51 BMC, 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

How do I check the history of RC51 BMC?

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What year was RC51 BMC registered?

RC51 BMC is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is RC51 BMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RC51 BMC shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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