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VU08 YGO

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

171,303 mi
Last recorded171,303 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 YGO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 171,303 miles

front tyre treads low

Pass 4 May 2018 160,316 miles

E M L/ON

Fail 4 May 2018 160,316 miles

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

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

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

E M L/ON

Pass 18 May 2017 148,066 miles

e m l on

rear tyre treads low[edges]

wiper blades smearing slightly

Fail 16 May 2017 148,050 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

e m l on

rear tyre treads low[edges]

wiper blades smearing slightly

Pass 29 Apr 2016 132,277 miles

eml light on

front wiper blades smearing slightly

Fail 16 Apr 2016 131,777 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

eml light on

front wiper blades smearing slightly

Pass 27 Apr 2015 119,060 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear brake discs corroded/pads low

Pass 3 Dec 2013 97,078 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

front/rear brake discs corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2012 66,442 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 49,094 miles

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

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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VU08 YGO is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VU08 YGO, 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

How do I check the history of VU08 YGO?

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What year was VU08 YGO registered?

VU08 YGO is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is VU08 YGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU08 YGO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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