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RO08 OTV

2008 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,571 mi
Last recorded114,571 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 OTV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2019 114,571 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Sep 2019 114,570 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2018 95,099 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 89,333 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 83,331 miles

Borderline imbalance and slight fluctuation on front brakes (29%)

Both front upper suspension arms, on both sides, have deteriorating rubber bushes

Brake warning wires disconnected

Engine management light on

Fail 22 Dec 2016 83,031 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Both front upper suspension arms, on both sides, have deteriorating rubber bushes

Engine management light on

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front brake pads worn very close to the legal limit

Pass 18 Dec 2015 73,618 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 73,618 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 58,738 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on edges

engine management light on

brake pad warning light on

Fail 20 Nov 2014 58,738 miles

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

brake pad warning light on

engine management light on

o/s/r tyre worn on edges

Pass 18 Nov 2013 44,092 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Nov 2013 43,992 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Nov 2012 41,550 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 41,520 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 38,628 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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RO08 OTV is a 2008 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RO08 OTV, 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 RO08 OTV registered?

RO08 OTV is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is RO08 OTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO08 OTV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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