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YH59 NSJ

2009 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

222,370 mi
Last recorded222,370 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH59 NSJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 222,370 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split / smears slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split / smears slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 210,002 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2023 196,766 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2023 196,766 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system flexy to calliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 182,287 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2022 169,368 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 157,099 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 134,653 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 117,303 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 94,274 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 77,662 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 56,880 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 50,089 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2013 43,375 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2012 36,589 miles

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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YH59 NSJ is a 2009 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YH59 NSJ, 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.

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What year was YH59 NSJ registered?

YH59 NSJ is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 6 October 2009.

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The MOT history for YH59 NSJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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