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SP57 GVW

2007 Audi S8

Black Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,258 mi
Last recorded138,258 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2024
Typical for 2007 Audi S881,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP57 GVW
MakeAudi
ModelS8
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2024 138,258 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 131,814 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 129,244 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 125,262 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 125,245 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine has large air leak

Pass 3 May 2019 117,406 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 111,093 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 102,520 miles

Offside Front door handle damaged

Pass 21 Jan 2016 93,986 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 79,268 miles

Front brake pads low

Full length floor cover fitted

Over sills fitted

Rear brake pads low

Rear number plate slightly blemished

Fail 6 Nov 2014 79,268 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front brake pads low

Full length floor cover fitted

Over sills fitted

Rear brake pads low

Rear number plate slightly blemished

Pass 3 May 2013 54,234 miles

brake pad warning light (pads look ok)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 37,577 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 37,576 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 29,401 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 29,401 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Audi S8?

Based on 5,839 MOT tests across 475 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
5,181
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
475
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 155
constant velocity joint gaiter split 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 86
position lamp(s) not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78
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SP57 GVW is a 2007 Audi S8 in Black with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Audi S8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 81,238 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 S8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP57 GVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S8 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 19 years old, this Audi S8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP57 GVW registered?

SP57 GVW is a 2007 Audi S8, first registered on 14 November 2007.

Is SP57 GVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP57 GVW shows 16 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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