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YH08 SBX

2008 Audi A8

Black Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,312 mi
Last recorded94,312 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 SBX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 94,312 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 93,214 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 2 Mar 2017 88,074 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 88,074 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 80,821 miles

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 22 Sep 2014 76,376 miles

Both front wipers smearing

Pass 3 Sep 2013 71,159 miles

Both rear brake discs slightly worn

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Sep 2013 71,159 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Both rear brake discs slightly worn

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 64,166 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 48,056 miles

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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YH08 SBX is a 2008 Audi A8 in Black with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YH08 SBX, 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 YH08 SBX registered?

YH08 SBX is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is YH08 SBX safe to buy?

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