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S88 OBS

2008 Audi A8

Black Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

110,199 mi
Last recorded110,199 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS88 OBS
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 110,199 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertray and engine cover fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2024 108,424 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 106,097 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 103,510 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 101,492 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 99,217 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 96,570 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 93,841 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 91,101 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 87,118 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 83,233 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 84,674 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2014 79,897 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 68,698 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 54,806 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 54,806 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 40,655 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 40,653 miles

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

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

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

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

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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S88 OBS is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 5,204cc petrol 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 S88 OBS, 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 S88 OBS registered?

S88 OBS is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is S88 OBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S88 OBS 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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