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SW08 SXV

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

180,028 mi
Last recorded180,028 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 SXV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 180,028 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 174,094 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 160,065 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 151,610 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear handbrake has just met minimum requirements and may need further attention

Pass 9 Aug 2021 145,526 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 145,510 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Foremost suspension arm bush -marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Foremost suspension arm bush -marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most suspension arm bush -marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 141,001 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front brake discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear brake discs are lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 135,918 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 9 Aug 2019 135,918 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2018 125,774 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 114,620 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 27 Jul 2016 102,304 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 102,304 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 94,528 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 94,528 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 15 Aug 2015 94,052 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 83,545 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 83,545 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 70,156 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 56,760 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 46,747 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 SXV is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SW08 SXV, 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 SXV registered?

SW08 SXV is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 4 August 2008.

Is SW08 SXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 SXV shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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