Audi A8 MOT Results

Registered in 2011

88.6% pass rate

from 902 tests in 2021

(65% better than other 2011 cars)

Pass rate by mileage

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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2011 cars and highlighted areas where the Audi A8 is unusually good or bad.

3.8% fail on Tyres (36% better than other 2011 cars)
- 2.0% fail on Condition
- 1.8% fail on Tread depth (45% better than other 2011 cars)
- 0.11% fail on Size/type
1.9% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (82% better than other 2011 cars)
- 0.89% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
- 0.55% fail on Headlamps (79% better than other 2011 cars)
  - 0.44% fail on Headlamp (82% better than other 2011 cars)
  - 0.11% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
- 0.44% fail on Headlamp aim (84% better than other 2011 cars)
  - 0.44% fail on Headlamp aim (82% better than other 2011 cars)
1.7% fail on Suspension (85% better than other 2011 cars)
- 1.2% fail on Suspension arms (67% better than other 2011 cars)
  - 0.78% fail on Ball joint
  - 0.33% fail on Ball joint dust cover
  - 0.11% fail on Pins and bushes
- 0.33% fail on Wheel bearings
- 0.22% fail on Other suspension component
  - 0.22% fail on Ball joint
1.4% fail on Visibility (70% better than other 2011 cars)
- 0.78% fail on Washers (67% better than other 2011 cars)
- 0.55% fail on Wipers (77% better than other 2011 cars)
- 0.11% fail on Condition of glass
  - 0.11% fail on Windscreen
1.2% fail on Body, chassis, structure (61% better than other 2011 cars)
- 0.55% fail on Exhaust system
- 0.44% fail on Transmission
  - 0.44% fail on Drive shafts
    - 0.44% fail on Joints
- 0.11% fail on Bumpers
- 0.11% fail on Undertray
1.00% fail on Brakes (85% better than other 2011 cars)
- 0.44% fail on Mechanical brake components (85% better than other 2011 cars)
  - 0.33% fail on Brake linings and pads (84% better than other 2011 cars)
    - 0.33% fail on Brake pads (84% better than other 2011 cars)
  - 0.11% fail on Brake discs and drums
    - 0.11% fail on Brake discs
- 0.44% fail on Brake performance (86% better than other 2011 cars)
  - 0.33% fail on Brake performance not tested
  - 0.11% fail on Service brake performance
    - 0.11% fail on Rbt
      - 0.11% fail on Service brake performance
  - 0.11% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp)
    - 0.11% fail on Rbt (sp)
- 0.33% fail on Flexible brake hoses
- 0.11% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
  - 0.11% fail on Pedal
- 0.11% fail on Parking brake control
  - 0.11% fail on Electronic parking brake
- 0.11% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
  - 0.11% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
1.00% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (60% better than other 2011 cars)
- 1.00% fail on Exhaust emissions (58% better than other 2011 cars)
  - 0.78% fail on Compression ignition
    - 0.55% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
    - 0.11% fail on On or after 01/07/2008
    - 0.11% fail on Emissions not tested
  - 0.22% fail on Spark ignition (86% better than other 2011 cars)
    - 0.22% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
0.33% fail on Identification of the vehicle
- 0.33% fail on Registration plates
0.33% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
- 0.33% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
0.22% fail on Steering (88% better than other 2011 cars)
- 0.11% fail on Steering gear
  - 0.11% fail on Steering rack
- 0.11% fail on Steering linkage components
  - 0.11% fail on Track rod end
0.11% fail on Road Wheels
- 0.11% fail on Condition

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Audi A8 (2010 - 2017)
The ultimate in luxurious travel. Superb refinement and a pleasure to travel in. Good to drive with agile handling. 3.0 TDI offers remarkable economy for such a large car. High-tech and stylish interior.