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W123 VAH

2011 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,783 mi
Last recorded49,783 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi A884,230 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW123 VAH
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 49,783 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2025 47,391 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 37,713 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 34,936 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 34,872 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 32,305 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 30,697 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 21,198 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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W123 VAH is a 2011 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W123 VAH, 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 W123 VAH registered?

W123 VAH is a 2011 Audi A8, first registered on 27 April 2011.

Is W123 VAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for W123 VAH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W123 VAH have outstanding finance?

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