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YP59 XFZ

2009 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

103,592 mi
Last recorded103,592 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP59 XFZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 103,592 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 99,839 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 96,983 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 93,215 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 93,213 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

bonnet catch secondary catch stiff

tpms light on

Pass 19 Feb 2020 90,285 miles

Offside Rear tyre getting down

Fail 13 Feb 2020 90,214 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre getting down

Tyre pressure monitoring system light on

Pass 16 Feb 2019 83,994 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 79,155 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer tyre wall small cut

Pass 25 Feb 2017 71,970 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 68,638 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 60,432 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 56,183 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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YP59 XFZ is a 2009 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,134cc 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 YP59 XFZ, 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 YP59 XFZ registered?

YP59 XFZ is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is YP59 XFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP59 XFZ 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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