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V55 BDR

2018 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

279,094 mi
Last recorded279,094 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Audi A842,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV55 BDR
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 279,094 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 189,639 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 104,148 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 103,177 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 74,105 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water inside headlight (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2021 74,103 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water inside headlight (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

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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V55 BDR is a 2018 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.1% with a typical mileage of 42,460 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 V55 BDR, 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 8 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 V55 BDR registered?

V55 BDR is a 2018 Audi A8, first registered on 19 December 2018.

Is V55 BDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V55 BDR shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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