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Audi A8

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 4,200 cc

S8 MLVMOT history

S8 MLV is a black petrol Audi A8 first used on 29 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Jun 2023 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 116,481 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jun 2023
Mileage
116,481 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2015
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 MLV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A8
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
25 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 MLV was last recorded at 116,481 miles on 22 Jul 2015, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,474 miles · 14 Jul 2015
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
4,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2015 – 116,481 miles
  • 2014 – 115,068 miles
  • 2013 – 105,484 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryAdvise under trays fittedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

14 tests since 16 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    235927877992
    • AdvisoryAdvise under trays fitted

  2. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    461516590560
    • AdvisoryAdvise under trays fitted

  3. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    716463574674
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise under trays fitted

  4. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    241083346955
    • AdvisoryAdvise sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryAdvise under trays fitted

  5. PassMileage not read1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    851783027128
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  6. FailMileage not read5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    309724824656
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    386981990016
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  8. FailMileage not read6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    531673741939
    • FailureEmissions not tested oil pressure light flashing (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  9. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    159585487147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFull length under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

  10. FailMileage not read8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    385241074624
    • FailureCentral Front Emissions not tested hole in exhaust (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end loose rubber bush excess play (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose rubber bush excess play (2.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFull length under trays fitted preventing inspection of some components

  11. Pass116,481 miles (+7)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    116,481 miles
    Test number
    276183005275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail116,474 miles (+1,406)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,474 miles
    Test number
    575745895160
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass115,068 miles (+9,584)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    115,068 miles
    Test number
    527997054127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,484 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    105,484 miles
    Test number
    497196803108
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S8 MLV

Does S8 MLV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S8 MLV expired on 2 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S8 MLV?
The MOT on S8 MLV expired on 2 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S8 MLV done?
S8 MLV was recorded at 116,481 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2015, an average of 4,857 miles a year.
Has S8 MLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 MLV has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2021.
Has the mileage on S8 MLV 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 S8 MLV find?
S8 MLV passed its latest MOT on 25 May 2022 with 1 advisory: advise under trays fitted.

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