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YG11 LFW

2011 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,212 mi
Last recorded123,212 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Audi A884,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG11 LFW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 123,212 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 120,300 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 112,965 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 101,007 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2023 101,007 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 99,701 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 97,434 miles

covers on both outer sills and under trays fitted unable to inspect components

Pass 27 Jul 2019 92,888 miles

COVERS ON BOTH OUTER SILLS AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED UNABLE TO INSPECT COMPONENTS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Jul 2019 92,886 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

COVERS ON BOTH OUTER SILLS AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED UNABLE TO INSPECT COMPONENTS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 85,365 miles

under trays fitted unable to inspect components

Pass 17 Jul 2017 78,923 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 71,677 miles

NO EMISSIONS DETECTED FROM EXHAUST

Nearside Rear 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 Mar 2015 52,163 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 47,729 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 47,715 miles

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

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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YG11 LFW is a 2011 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YG11 LFW, 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 YG11 LFW registered?

YG11 LFW is a 2011 Audi A8, first registered on 7 March 2011.

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