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VX08 VNK

2008 Audi A8

Green Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

141,882 mi
Last recorded141,882 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 VNK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 141,882 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Feb 2026 141,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 137,694 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged switch on pump has a dry damp stain around mounting area (1.6 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge VERY close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Jan 2025 137,694 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged switch on pump has a dry damp stain around mounting area (1.6 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge VERY close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 132,201 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s starting to wear on edge s (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords small cut inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 118,040 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

adaptive light warning on dash

rear bumper damaged

Fail 3 Feb 2023 118,038 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

adaptive light warning on dash

rear bumper damaged

tpms light on

Pass 7 Feb 2022 105,577 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2021 94,363 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 81,289 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 71,807 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 69,163 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edges

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Apr 2017 58,814 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 58,629 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/r and o/s/r ()

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 48,416 miles

top and bottom vehicle protection covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 11 Jul 2015 44,755 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Jun 2014 37,501 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

door sill covers fitted.

Pass 10 May 2013 34,058 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 29,713 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 24,918 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 VNK is a 2008 Audi A8 in Green with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VNK, 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 VNK registered?

VX08 VNK is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 24 April 2008.

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