Audi logo

Audi A8

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 4,134 cc

DS 8MOT history

DS 8 is a blue diesel Audi A8 first used on 3 Feb 2011. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 91,685 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

DS 8 blue Audi A8 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of an Audi A8, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
91,685 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,859 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for DS 8 in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
DS 8
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Audi
Model
A8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
4,134 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
3 Feb 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DS 8 was last recorded at 91,685 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,670 miles · 18 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
5,859 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,685 miles
  • 2025 – 89,538 miles
  • 2024 – 86,487 miles
  • 2023 – 82,869 miles
  • 2022 – 79,984 miles
  • 2021 – 76,306 miles
  • 2020 – 71,167 miles
  • 2019 – 64,457 miles
  • 2018 – 58,079 miles
  • 2017 – 48,912 miles
  • 2016 – 37,542 miles
  • 2015 – 28,427 miles
  • 2014 – 20,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,685 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 3 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,685 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    91,685 miles
    Test number
    297049692017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail91,670 miles (+2,132)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,670 miles
    Test number
    878933465801
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass89,538 miles (+3,051)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    89,538 miles
    Test number
    392374578363
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass86,487 miles (+3,618)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    86,487 miles
    Test number
    490689715645
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

  5. Pass82,869 miles (+2,885)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    82,869 miles
    Test number
    468922319811
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bottom arm rear bush has slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

  6. Pass79,984 miles (+3,678)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    79,984 miles
    Test number
    950462804893
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Very small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

  7. Pass76,306 miles (+5,139)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    76,306 miles
    Test number
    766370840890
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES, lower arm rear bushes have slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES, upper arm inner bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

  8. Pass71,167 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    71,167 miles
    Test number
    355252873132
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted

  9. Fail71,165 miles (+6,708)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,165 miles
    Test number
    390947256054
    • DangerousOffside Front Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted

  10. Pass64,457 miles (+6,378)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    64,457 miles
    Test number
    759451173468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,079 miles (+9,167)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    58,079 miles
    Test number
    450450809267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,912 miles (+11,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    48,912 miles
    Test number
    424063452228
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  13. Pass37,542 miles (+9,115)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    37,542 miles
    Test number
    462242046451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,427 miles (+7,755)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    28,427 miles
    Test number
    888893725075
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass20,672 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    20,672 miles
    Test number
    376824034049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about DS 8

What vehicle is registration DS 8 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DS 8 on a blue diesel Audi A8 first used on 3 Feb 2011. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does DS 8 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DS 8 is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on DS 8?
The MOT on DS 8 is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DS 8 done?
DS 8 was recorded at 91,685 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 5,859 miles a year.
Has DS 8 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DS 8 has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on DS 8 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on DS 8 find?
DS 8 passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all DS8 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.