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VE08 MJU

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

105,990 mi
Last recorded105,990 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 MJU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 105,990 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 92,753 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2016 92,753 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Fail 7 Apr 2015 82,649 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 82,649 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 64,588 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 64,588 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 52,772 miles

both sides front suspension upper links inner bushes just starting to perish

n/s/r & o/s/f tyres cracking in tread,also both front tyre feathering inner edges

Fail 16 Aug 2012 52,772 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

both sides front suspension upper links inner bushes just starting to perish

n/s/r & o/s/f tyres cracking in tread,also both front tyre feathering inner edges

Pass 24 Aug 2011 45,294 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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VE08 MJU is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VE08 MJU, 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 VE08 MJU registered?

VE08 MJU is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is VE08 MJU safe to buy?

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