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V5 UNV

2011 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,668 mi
Last recorded146,668 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi A884,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV5 UNV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 146,668 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 141,590 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2025 141,589 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2024 137,652 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 132,906 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2023 132,906 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 126,650 miles

Emissions not detected.

Pass 26 Aug 2020 119,771 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 109,443 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 96,674 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 84,216 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 68,521 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 47,750 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 39,342 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

no reading from smoke meter

Pass 3 Feb 2014 39,342 miles

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

no reading from smoke meter

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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V5 UNV is a 2011 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 84,230 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 V5 UNV, 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 15 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 V5 UNV registered?

V5 UNV is a 2011 Audi A8, first registered on 1 March 2011.

Is V5 UNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V5 UNV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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