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VX08 BVL

2008 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,656 mi
Last recorded96,656 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 BVL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 96,656 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 93,234 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 81,436 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Jan 2015 81,436 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)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S-O/S/R TYRE CRACKING

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2013 66,799 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 66,161 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 46,024 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011 32,246 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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VX08 BVL is a 2008 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VX08 BVL, 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 VX08 BVL registered?

VX08 BVL is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 24 June 2008.

Is VX08 BVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 BVL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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