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SW08 BSY

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

165,301 mi
Last recorded165,301 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 BSY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2025 165,301 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 154,721 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 149,165 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 145,672 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 142,611 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 141,315 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

trays and covers fitted to the engine bay and under body of vehicle preventing full inspection

under body corrosion including suspension and brake components

Pass 19 Sep 2019 136,419 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 124,368 miles

Nearside Rear brake pads wearing low.

Pass 12 Sep 2017 113,068 miles

BOTH rear tyres wearing low.

Pass 9 Sep 2016 99,631 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 97,159 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2015 91,441 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 84,019 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)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 74,149 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 69,872 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

front brake discs worn

hid headlight self clean inop

Pass 15 Mar 2011 63,895 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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SW08 BSY is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 SW08 BSY, 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 SW08 BSY registered?

SW08 BSY is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is SW08 BSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 BSY shows 16 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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