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WF08 OSU

2008 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

191,199 mi
Last recorded191,199 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF08 OSU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Sep 2016 191,199 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm inappropriately repaired retaining bolt damaged (2.4.A.2) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Sep 2015 167,434 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 4 Sep 2015 167,434 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 144,937 miles

advise front brake discs show signs of wear

Fail 3 Oct 2014 144,937 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise front brake discs show signs of wear

Pass 2 May 2013 108,923 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 97,728 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 97,728 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 71,277 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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WF08 OSU is a 2008 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 WF08 OSU, 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 WF08 OSU registered?

WF08 OSU is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 22 April 2008.

Is WF08 OSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF08 OSU shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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