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YF09 BBU

2009 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

112,259 mi
Last recorded112,259 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF09 BBU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 112,259 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 110,022 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 107,835 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2019 101,664 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine and underbody covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 8 Jun 2019 101,664 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

engine and underbody covers fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2018 90,915 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2017 82,973 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 73,851 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 65,178 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 57,297 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 49,174 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 49,173 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 43,543 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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YF09 BBU is a 2009 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2009 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 94,870 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 YF09 BBU, 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 17 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 YF09 BBU registered?

YF09 BBU is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 12 June 2009.

Is YF09 BBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF09 BBU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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