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YR59 SNJ

2009 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

144,616 mi
Last recorded144,616 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR59 SNJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2023 144,616 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 134,265 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 123,850 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 119,098 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 107,934 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2018 107,926 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 88,486 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 88,478 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit + Nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 85,590 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 79,013 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 70,788 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 70,788 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 62,679 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 39,562 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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YR59 SNJ is a 2009 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YR59 SNJ, 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 YR59 SNJ registered?

YR59 SNJ is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is YR59 SNJ safe to buy?

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