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RK58 UTC

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

157,976 mi
Last recorded157,976 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK58 UTC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2018 157,976 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 132,627 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 123,112 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 114,530 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 94,473 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside headlamp has condensation

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

Rear tyres cracked

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Oct 2013 88,851 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 83,165 miles

Both front tyres wearing uneven on inner edges.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Oct 2012 75,645 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2012 75,645 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2012 68,355 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Spare tyre defective

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

windscreen has damage outside of swept area

Fail 25 Apr 2012 68,355 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Spare tyre defective

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

windscreen has damage outside of swept area

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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RK58 UTC is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RK58 UTC, 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

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What year was RK58 UTC registered?

RK58 UTC is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 27 October 2008.

Is RK58 UTC safe to buy?

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