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RK57 VRD

2007 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

138,770 mi
Last recorded138,770 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 2007 Audi A8100,236 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK57 VRD
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 138,770 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 6 Jul 2021 138,004 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear light lense broken

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 May 2020 129,519 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 123,958 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 115,507 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 115,507 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2017 107,934 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 27 Mar 2017 107,931 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended rear upper front arm (2.4.F.3)

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended rear upper front arm (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 100,238 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 100,236 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Fail 30 Mar 2016 100,064 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked Inner (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Rear Arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 94,162 miles

N/S/F Tyre Is 12 Years Old And Tread Starting To Crack.

O/S/F Tyre Is 15 Years Old And Inner Sidewall Has Split But Not Deep Enough To Reach Ply Or Cords.

Pass 2 Apr 2014 87,993 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 80,759 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 71,866 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 49,355 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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RK57 VRD is a 2007 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 RK57 VRD, 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 RK57 VRD registered?

RK57 VRD is a 2007 Audi A8, first registered on 14 September 2007.

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