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Audi A8

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 2,771 cc

X38 XEXMOT history

X38 XEX is a black petrol Audi A8 first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 23 MOT tests, with 192,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
192,618 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
12 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,804 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X38 XEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A8
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,771 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X38 XEX was last recorded at 192,618 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 9,431 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,187 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
9,431 miles
Average per year
5,804 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 192,618 miles
  • 2025 – 183,187 miles
  • 2024 – 173,294 miles
  • 2023 – 165,598 miles
  • 2022 – 156,172 miles
  • 2021 – 153,801 miles
  • 2012 – 149,046 miles
  • 2011 – 145,051 miles
  • 2010 – 137,108 miles
  • 2008 – 118,575 miles
  • 2007 – 95,642 miles
  • 2006 – 77,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,618 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn smooth on inner edges close to limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear arm bushes cracked/perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass192,618 miles (+9,431)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    192,618 miles
    Test number
    469881812438
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass183,187 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    183,187 miles
    Test number
    206558925873
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail183,173 miles (+12)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,173 miles
    Test number
    108507200733
    • MajorAnti-roll bar insecurely attached nearside front (5.3.3 (a) (i))
  4. Fail183,161 miles (+9,867)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,161 miles
    Test number
    390721038416
    • MajorBrake hose excessively deteriorated offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint excessively worn nearside front spring arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass173,294 miles (+16)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    173,294 miles
    Test number
    471402664516
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen delaminating (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn smooth on inner edges close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear arm bushes cracked/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear arm bushes cracked/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive general oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn smooth on outer edges close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
  6. Fail173,278 miles (+7,680)1 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,278 miles
    Test number
    607622023730
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen delaminating (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn smooth on inner edges close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear arm bushes cracked/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear arm bushes cracked/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive general oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn smooth on outer edges close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear warning light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
  7. Pass165,598 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    165,598 miles
    Test number
    758164892262
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail165,598 miles (+9,426)1 dangerous1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,598 miles
    Test number
    801728439107
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass156,172 miles (+5)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    156,172 miles
    Test number
    793082216785
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported BRACKET DETACHED FROM CALIPER - SECURED WITH CABLE TIE (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper suspension arm ball joints to hub carrier pinch bolt locking device poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad wear sensor wires cut
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer tie rod inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper suspension arm ball joints to hub carrier pinch bolt locking device poor (weld)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pad wear sensor wire cut
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer tie rod inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension subframe corroded and has been painted over
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  10. Fail156,167 miles (+76)1 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,167 miles
    Test number
    196979972469
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt INSECURE (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported BRACKET DETACHED FROM CALIPER - SECURED WITH CABLE TIE (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper suspension arms to hub carrier pinch bolt locking device poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad wear sensor wires cut
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer tie rod inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper suspension arms to hub carrier pinch bolt locking device poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pad wear sensor wire cut
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer tie rod inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension subframe corroded and has been painted over
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  11. Fail156,091 miles (+2,290)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,091 miles
    Test number
    895161172749
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached bolt is loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  12. Pass153,801 miles (+4,755)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    153,801 miles
    Test number
    523724164336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass149,046 miles (+14)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    149,046 miles
    Test number
    635557552212
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  14. Fail149,032 miles (+3,981)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,032 miles
    Test number
    219951492167
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
  15. Pass145,051 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    145,051 miles
    Test number
    185935031016
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  16. Fail145,051 miles (+7,943)2 dangerous3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,051 miles
    Test number
    519912331080
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Pass137,108 miles (+4)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    137,108 miles
    Test number
    153098340058
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/S track rod end gaiter split.
  18. Fail137,104 miles (+21)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,104 miles
    Test number
    281186140089
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteO/S track rod end gaiter split.
  19. Fail137,083 miles (+18,508)6 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,083 miles
    Test number
    362832040013
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f washer jet inop
  20. Pass118,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    118,575 miles
    Test number
    831185118314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail118,575 miles (+22,933)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,575 miles
    Test number
    691819108346
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Pass95,642 miles (+18,221)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    95,642 miles
    Test number
    923122707304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass77,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    77,421 miles
    Test number
    523103296205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X38 XEX

Does X38 XEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X38 XEX is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X38 XEX?
The MOT on X38 XEX is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X38 XEX done?
X38 XEX was recorded at 192,618 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 5,804 miles a year.
Has X38 XEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X38 XEX has failed 11 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on X38 XEX 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 X38 XEX find?
X38 XEX passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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