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SA52 LAR

2011 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

70,256 mi
Last recorded70,256 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2021
Typical for 2011 Audi A884,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA52 LAR
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2021 70,256 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))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 60,251 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 53,660 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 53,660 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 47,774 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 38,018 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 31,488 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 25,341 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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SA52 LAR is a 2011 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2011 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 84,230 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 SA52 LAR, 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 15 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SA52 LAR registered?

SA52 LAR is a 2011 Audi A8, first registered on 30 March 2011.

Is SA52 LAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA52 LAR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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