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YY57 RSX

2008 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

195,723 mi
Last recorded195,723 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Audi A897,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY57 RSX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 195,723 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2023 195,723 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2022 173,942 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 29 Jun 2022 173,942 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 27 Jul 2021 155,526 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 136,526 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 150,487 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 140,862 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.5/2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.5/2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both,recommend replacement (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Recommend repairs to front and rear brakes carried out ASAP,Front and Rear pads On minimum limit .

Fail 11 Dec 2019 140,862 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.5/2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1.5/2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both,recommend replacement (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Recommend repairs to front and rear brakes carried out ASAP,Front and Rear pads On minimum limit .

Pass 18 Oct 2018 127,463 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 115,691 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 104,467 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 80,279 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

front brake discs pitted

Pass 8 May 2014 68,086 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 55,777 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 55,776 miles

Nearside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated synthetic bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated synthetic bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 49,118 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2011 40,969 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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YY57 RSX is a 2008 Audi A8 in Grey with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 YY57 RSX, 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.

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What year was YY57 RSX registered?

YY57 RSX is a 2008 Audi A8, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is YY57 RSX safe to buy?

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