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SE57 EJL

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,895 mi
Last recorded150,895 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE57 EJL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2019 150,895 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 150,895 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 139,944 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 124,231 miles

Nearside Front tyres are starting to feather.

Offside Front tyre starting to feather.

Fail 21 Feb 2017 124,231 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam head lamp bulb has blown. (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front tyres are starting to feather.

Offside Front tyre starting to feather.

Pass 17 Feb 2016 105,386 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 105,386 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working Side light (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 85,518 miles

windscreen has scratches visable on os

Pass 29 Jan 2014 67,361 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 54,985 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 42,524 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 28,290 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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SE57 EJL is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SE57 EJL, 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 SE57 EJL registered?

SE57 EJL is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is SE57 EJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE57 EJL shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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