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Audi A8

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 4,172 cc

S8 VCPMOT history

S8 VCP is a blue petrol Audi A8 first used on 30 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 168,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
168,602 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 VCP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,172 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 VCP was last recorded at 168,602 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,570 miles · 29 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
5,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,602 miles
  • 2025 – 165,217 miles
  • 2024 – 161,958 miles
  • 2023 – 159,398 miles
  • 2022 – 156,914 miles
  • 2021 – 155,760 miles
  • 2020 – 154,993 miles
  • 2019 – 150,101 miles
  • 2018 – 144,306 miles
  • 2017 – 138,789 miles
  • 2016 – 133,508 miles
  • 2015 – 125,886 miles
  • 2014 – 119,641 miles
  • 2013 – 112,583 miles
  • 2012 – 106,056 miles
  • 2011 – 101,488 miles
  • 2010 – 93,632 miles
  • 2009 – 86,010 miles
  • 2008 – 79,666 miles
  • 2007 – 72,511 miles
  • 2006 – 63,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,602 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box outer skin deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSR and OSR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,602 miles (+32)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    168,602 miles
    Test number
    376856877003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

  2. Fail168,570 miles (+3,353)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,570 miles
    Test number
    372379909810
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp reverse light coming on (4.5.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

  3. Pass165,217 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    165,217 miles
    Test number
    340251111422
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSR and OSR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion various areas and components under vehicle
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSR and OSR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail165,214 miles (+3,256)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,214 miles
    Test number
    803836108698
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side NSR and OSR (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSR and OSR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion various areas and components under vehicle
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSR and OSR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass161,958 miles (+2,560)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    161,958 miles
    Test number
    448687878152
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust correded

  6. Pass159,398 miles (+2,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    159,398 miles
    Test number
    668240686822
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn offside and nearside tie rods (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass156,914 miles (+1,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    156,914 miles
    Test number
    167060070267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass155,760 miles (+767)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    155,760 miles
    Test number
    350586510689
    • AdvisoryExhaust boxs corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe corroding

  9. Pass154,993 miles (+38)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    154,993 miles
    Test number
    806670608847
    • AdvisoryExhaust box outer skin corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

  10. Fail154,955 miles (+4,854)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,955 miles
    Test number
    620007268575
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Small pipe on caliper leaking (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box outer skin corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

  11. Pass150,101 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    150,101 miles
    Test number
    811038815306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement C link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement C link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  12. Fail150,096 miles (+5,790)2 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,096 miles
    Test number
    146605078005
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement C link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement C link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  13. Pass144,306 miles (+5,517)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    144,306 miles
    Test number
    991774725397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge wearing thin (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on inner edge and has small cut (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some testable items

  14. Pass138,789 miles (+5,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    138,789 miles
    Test number
    646996484637
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass133,508 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    133,508 miles
    Test number
    885329653021
    • AdvisoryBoth rear stepped tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement centre arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement centre arm (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail133,506 miles (+7,620)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,506 miles
    Test number
    414963287590
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear stepped tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement centre arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement centre arm (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass125,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    125,886 miles
    Test number
    169420635033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail125,886 miles (+6,245)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,886 miles
    Test number
    717670235013
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass119,641 miles (+7,058)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    119,641 miles
    Test number
    859582524051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass112,583 miles (+6,527)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    112,583 miles
    Test number
    637791123098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteHid head lights leveling fault indicated

  21. Fail106,056 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,056 miles
    Test number
    219810422030
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteHeadlamp leveling fault indicated

  22. Pass106,056 miles (+4,568)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    106,056 miles
    Test number
    455640422037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteHeadlamp leveling fault indicated

  23. Pass101,488 miles (+8)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    101,488 miles
    Test number
    935668421000
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges (1.6mm)

  24. Fail101,480 miles (+7,848)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,480 miles
    Test number
    926135021003
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges (1.6mm)

  25. Pass93,632 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    93,632 miles
    Test number
    634149530081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail93,613 miles (+7,603)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,613 miles
    Test number
    744458720043
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • NoteNearside front track rod end boot split

  27. Pass86,010 miles (+6,344)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    86,010 miles
    Test number
    590714139045
    • NoteOffside track rodend boot inscure
    • NoteTyres wearing inner edges

  28. Pass79,666 miles (+7,155)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    79,666 miles
    Test number
    883666718041
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  29. Pass72,511 miles (+9,059)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    72,511 miles
    Test number
    423365407093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass63,452 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    63,452 miles
    Test number
    582340826002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S8 VCP

Does S8 VCP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 VCP is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 VCP?
The MOT on S8 VCP is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 VCP done?
S8 VCP was recorded at 168,602 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 5,081 miles a year.
Has S8 VCP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 VCP has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S8 VCP 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 VCP find?
S8 VCP passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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