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SY08 VGG

2008 Audi S8

Grey Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

199,645 mi
Last recorded199,645 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi S877,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 VGG
MakeAudi
ModelS8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 199,645 miles

Central Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2019 199,645 miles

Central Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 179,935 miles

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

Front Transmission output gaitors torn on small end, not likely to gain ingress of dirt etc.

Nearside Front Headlamp slightly dimmer, may have earth fault. bright enough to give a reading on light tester equipment.

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 155,621 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 155,533 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 May 2016 130,417 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 112,305 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 90,668 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 76,127 miles

both centre exhaust clamps deteriorating

Pass 3 Aug 2012 60,817 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 39,645 miles

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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SY08 VGG is a 2008 Audi S8 in Grey with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Audi S8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 77,886 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 SY08 VGG, 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 18 years old, this Audi S8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SY08 VGG registered?

SY08 VGG is a 2008 Audi S8, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is SY08 VGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY08 VGG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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