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YG08 XPT

2008 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

103,780 mi
Last recorded103,780 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 XPT
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 103,780 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2023 103,778 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 101,433 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2022 101,431 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Splits in inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 97,184 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2021 97,184 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 94,443 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 94,443 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 90,563 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 85,712 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 77,109 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 70,723 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 63,320 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

brake wear warning light on but brake pads ok

Pass 16 Oct 2014 54,096 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 54,096 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 45,485 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2012 38,236 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 31,180 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 31,180 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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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YG08 XPT is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 YG08 XPT, 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 YG08 XPT registered?

YG08 XPT is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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