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Audi A8 MOT Results

Registered in 2012
88.9% pass rate
from 826 tests in 2021
(63% better than other 2012 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 2012 cars and highlighted areas where the Audi A8 is unusually good or bad.

  • 3.1% fail on Tyres (43% better than other 2012 cars)
    • 1.8% fail on Tread depth
    • 1.5% fail on Condition
  • 2.8% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (70% better than other 2012 cars)
    • 0.97% fail on Headlamp aim (61% better than other 2012 cars)
      • 0.97% fail on Headlamp aim
    • 0.85% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
    • 0.73% fail on Direction indicators
      • 0.73% fail on Flashing type
        • 0.73% fail on Side repeaters
    • 0.24% fail on Headlamps (90% better than other 2012 cars)
      • 0.24% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
    • 0.12% fail on Rear reflectors
  • 2.5% fail on Visibility (43% better than other 2012 cars)
    • 1.5% fail on Washers
    • 0.85% fail on Wipers (63% better than other 2012 cars)
    • 0.12% fail on Bonnet
    • 0.12% fail on Condition of glass
      • 0.12% fail on Windscreen
  • 0.85% fail on Brakes (86% better than other 2012 cars)
    • 0.85% fail on Mechanical brake components (70% better than other 2012 cars)
      • 0.73% fail on Brake linings and pads (65% better than other 2012 cars)
        • 0.73% fail on Brake pads (65% better than other 2012 cars)
      • 0.12% fail on Brake discs and drums
        • 0.12% fail on Brake discs
    • 0.12% fail on Brake performance
      • 0.12% fail on Brake performance not tested
  • 0.61% fail on Suspension (94% better than other 2012 cars)
    • 0.36% fail on Suspension arms (88% better than other 2012 cars)
      • 0.12% fail on Pins and bushes
      • 0.12% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.12% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.12% fail on Wheel bearings
    • 0.12% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.12% fail on Ball joint
  • 0.48% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.48% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.48% fail on Body, chassis, structure (81% better than other 2012 cars)
    • 0.24% fail on Undertray (7 times worse than other 2012 cars)
    • 0.12% fail on Transmission
      • 0.12% fail on Drive shafts
        • 0.12% fail on Joints
    • 0.12% fail on Doors
      • 0.12% fail on Front passenger's door
        • 0.12% fail on Door condition
  • 0.48% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (76% better than other 2012 cars)
    • 0.48% fail on Exhaust emissions (75% better than other 2012 cars)
      • 0.24% fail on Spark ignition (81% better than other 2012 cars)
        • 0.24% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
      • 0.24% fail on Compression ignition
        • 0.12% fail on On or after 01/07/2008
        • 0.12% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
  • 0.36% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems
    • 0.24% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
    • 0.12% fail on Seat belts
      • 0.12% fail on Condition
  • 0.12% fail on Steering
    • 0.12% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.12% fail on Steering rack
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  • Audi A8 (2010 - 2017)
    Superb refinement. Good to drive with nimble handling. 3.0 TDI offers remarkable economy for such a large car. Stylish interior.

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