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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 4,172 cc

L8 AUFMOT history

L8 AUF is a silver petrol Audi A8 first used on 14 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 14 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 114,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jan 2024
Mileage
114,011 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,020 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 AUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A8
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,172 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
14 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 AUF was last recorded at 114,011 miles on 10 Jan 2023, 5,218 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,793 miles · 10 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
5,218 miles
Average per year
4,020 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 114,011 miles
  • 2022 – 108,793 miles
  • 2021 – 104,247 miles
  • 2020 – 99,961 miles
  • 2019 – 92,631 miles
  • 2018 – 88,902 miles
  • 2016 – 83,496 miles
  • 2015 – 73,309 miles
  • 2014 – 69,312 miles
  • 2013 – 66,954 miles
  • 2012 – 65,710 miles
  • 2011 – 64,396 miles
  • 2009 – 62,635 miles
  • 2008 – 61,941 miles
  • 2007 – 53,978 miles
  • 2006 – 47,895 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,011 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,011 miles (+5,218)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    114,011 miles
    Test number
    654278075156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass108,793 miles (+4,546)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    108,793 miles
    Test number
    712138790341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass104,247 miles (+4,286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    104,247 miles
    Test number
    729289457597
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass99,961 miles (+7,330)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    99,961 miles
    Test number
    231309301673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from diff
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gearbox

  5. Pass92,631 miles (+3,729)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    92,631 miles
    Test number
    722833677274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,902 miles (+5,406)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    88,902 miles
    Test number
    112685085239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

  7. Pass83,496 miles (+5,967)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    83,496 miles
    Test number
    926724810188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

  8. Pass77,529 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    77,529 miles
    Test number
    611018874141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Fail77,528 miles (+4,219)2 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,528 miles
    Test number
    911495913424
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass73,309 miles (+3,997)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    73,309 miles
    Test number
    909446805054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,312 miles (+2,358)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    69,312 miles
    Test number
    555978104095
    • NotePitting on front discs
    • NoteTyres perished

  12. Pass66,954 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,954 miles
    Test number
    185835423016
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perished
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished
    • NoteN/s/r wheel rim possible cracked, tyre must be removed to check? cant state 100% if this is the case.
    • NoteO/s/f brake pad deteriated/braking up and in poor condition

  13. Fail66,954 miles (+1,244)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,954 miles
    Test number
    145325013400
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perished
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished
    • NoteN/s/r wheel rim possible cracked, tyre must be removed to check? cant state 100% if this is the case.
    • NoteO/s/f brake pad deteriated/braking up and in poor condition

  14. Pass65,710 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    65,710 miles
    Test number
    495991942053
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFiller cap drain tube blocked

  15. Fail65,709 miles (+1,313)3 failures2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,709 miles
    Test number
    138301232454
    • FailureBrake pedal feels spongy with the vacuum fully depleted (3.3.C.2)
    • FailureBrake pedal has excessive side movement indicating a badly worn bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFiller cap drain tube blocked
    • NoteWasher fluid supply to screen is weak

  16. Pass64,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    64,396 miles
    Test number
    635674821051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,396 miles (+1,761)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,396 miles
    Test number
    846754321068
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass62,635 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    62,635 miles
    Test number
    521267719277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  19. Fail62,635 miles (+694)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,635 miles
    Test number
    971246219281
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass61,941 miles (+4)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    61,941 miles
    Test number
    891609618228
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail61,937 miles (+7,959)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,937 miles
    Test number
    811137018208
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass53,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    53,978 miles
    Test number
    543673797180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail53,978 miles (+6,083)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,978 miles
    Test number
    394180397189
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteWashers becoming poor

  24. Pass47,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    47,895 miles
    Test number
    383112016407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 AUF

Does L8 AUF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 AUF expired on 14 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 AUF?
The MOT on L8 AUF expired on 14 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 AUF done?
L8 AUF was recorded at 114,011 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2023, an average of 4,020 miles a year.
Has L8 AUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 AUF has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2016.
Has the mileage on L8 AUF 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 L8 AUF find?
L8 AUF passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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