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SH13 YLG

2013 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

129,856 mi
Last recorded129,856 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Audi A870,158 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH13 YLG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 129,856 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 118,576 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/45/19 (5.2.3 (e))

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

engine cover and undertrays obscuring some items

Pass 18 Aug 2023 117,968 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 117,922 miles

Front to rear underbody panel fitted unable to inspect underneath vehicle

Pass 17 Aug 2021 113,322 miles

Front to rear under body panels fitted unable to inspect underneath vehicle properly

Pass 21 Aug 2020 102,977 miles

Front to rear under body panels fitted unable to inspect underneath vehicle properly

Fail 20 Aug 2020 102,976 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front to rear under body panels fitted unable to inspect underneath vehicle properly

Pass 22 Aug 2019 88,042 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 70,506 miles

under body panels fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2017 48,064 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 46,658 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 45,297 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 39,697 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring the view of some components

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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SH13 YLG is a 2013 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2013 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 70,158 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 SH13 YLG, 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 13 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SH13 YLG registered?

SH13 YLG is a 2013 Audi A8, first registered on 27 May 2013.

Is SH13 YLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH13 YLG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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