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S8 BYG

2008 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,286 mi
Last recorded119,286 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 BYG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2025 119,286 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

fuel tank heat shield loose

Pass 14 Aug 2024 113,227 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 106,940 miles

nearside front tyre worn on very outer edge and some cracking

Pass 1 Jul 2022 106,428 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 105,243 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2019 98,930 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 93,131 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 87,083 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 78,004 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 65,388 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 52,305 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 37,441 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2012 26,790 miles

nearside front tyre worn on the inner edge

offside front tyre worn on the inner edge

Pass 9 Nov 2011 16,321 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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S8 BYG is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 S8 BYG, 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 S8 BYG registered?

S8 BYG is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 3 October 2008.

Is S8 BYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S8 BYG shows 14 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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