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W8 GCT

2014 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

145,544 mi
Last recorded145,544 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 Audi A867,641 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW8 GCT
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 145,544 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 137,811 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 132,499 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2022 129,001 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 123,022 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 111,930 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside front LOWER shock absorber bushes worn (5.3.2 (c))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

covers/undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Fail 4 Dec 2020 111,880 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction warning light on dash (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside and offside front LOWER shock absorber bushes worn (5.3.2 (c))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

brake wear indicator light on dash (rear pad sensor wires broken)

covers/undertrays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 27 Nov 2019 91,435 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 72,037 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 72,037 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jan 2018 92,077 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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W8 GCT is a 2014 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2014 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 67,641 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 W8 GCT, 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 12 years old, this Audi A8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was W8 GCT registered?

W8 GCT is a 2014 Audi A8, first registered on 1 September 2014.

Is W8 GCT safe to buy?

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