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YX59 ORL

2009 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

91,651 mi
Last recorded91,651 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Audi A894,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX59 ORL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 91,651 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 87,184 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 81,470 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 79,097 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 74,290 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2020 69,150 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 63,308 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 58,332 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 53,909 miles

o.s.f. tyre has worn inner shoulder and small cracks in sidewall

Pass 19 Sep 2016 49,131 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner shoulder

Pass 25 Sep 2015 41,723 miles

Engine covers fitted

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Undertrays fitted

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Sep 2015 41,723 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Undertrays fitted

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 36,854 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 32,002 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Sep 2012 24,566 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

note zero emissions recorded

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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YX59 ORL is a 2009 Audi A8 in Black 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 YX59 ORL, 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

How do I check the history of YX59 ORL?

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What year was YX59 ORL registered?

YX59 ORL is a 2009 Audi A8, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is YX59 ORL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX59 ORL 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.

Does YX59 ORL have outstanding finance?

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