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Audi A8

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 5,204 cc

S8 XCLMOT history

S8 XCL is a black petrol Audi A8 first used on 16 Mar 2007. Its MOT expired on 11 Mar 2023 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 116,408 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Mar 2023
Mileage
116,408 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2022
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 XCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A8
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,204 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
16 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 XCL was last recorded at 116,408 miles on 12 Mar 2022, 1,498 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,910 miles · 11 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,498 miles
Average per year
6,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 116,408 miles
  • 2021 – 114,910 miles
  • 2020 – 112,602 miles
  • 2018 – 99,489 miles
  • 2017 – 86,371 miles
  • 2016 – 84,258 miles
  • 2015 – 78,627 miles
  • 2014 – 74,399 miles
  • 2013 – 66,955 miles
  • 2012 – 57,818 miles
  • 2011 – 50,205 miles
  • 2010 – 39,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,408 miles
  • 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))

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.

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,408 miles (+1,498)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    116,408 miles
    Test number
    675293524551
    • 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))

  2. Pass114,910 miles (+2,308)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    114,910 miles
    Test number
    844910041937
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn heavy inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  3. Pass112,602 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,602 miles
    Test number
    426206428873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail112,599 miles (+13,110)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,599 miles
    Test number
    992727584111
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass99,489 miles (+4,215)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    99,489 miles
    Test number
    440410205211
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass95,274 miles (+8,903)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    95,274 miles
    Test number
    990201575851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass86,371 miles (+2,113)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    86,371 miles
    Test number
    621681301439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,258 miles (+5,631)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    84,258 miles
    Test number
    432594733592
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine area

  9. Fail78,627 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,627 miles
    Test number
    908347045134
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  10. Pass78,627 miles (+4,228)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    78,627 miles
    Test number
    916257245177
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  11. Pass74,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    74,399 miles
    Test number
    196601654169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail74,399 miles (+7,444)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,399 miles
    Test number
    609711854106
    • DangerousNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  13. Pass66,955 miles (+9,137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    66,955 miles
    Test number
    745768893081
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass57,818 miles (+7,613)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    57,818 miles
    Test number
    685827812195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass50,205 miles (+10,919)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    50,205 miles
    Test number
    588706011161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass39,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,286 miles
    Test number
    142016910132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 XCL

Does S8 XCL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S8 XCL expired on 11 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S8 XCL?
The MOT on S8 XCL expired on 11 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S8 XCL done?
S8 XCL was recorded at 116,408 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2022, an average of 6,494 miles a year.
Has S8 XCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 XCL has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on S8 XCL 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 XCL find?
S8 XCL passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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