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A8 ERL

2005 Audi A8

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,310 mi
Last recorded43,310 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 ERL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 43,310 miles

Slight exhaust blow.

Pass 21 Mar 2025 42,458 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 40,292 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 40,181 miles

intermittent fault with offside rear led lights.

Pass 30 Jan 2020 40,017 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 39,826 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 39,599 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 39,070 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 38,110 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 36,677 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 34,807 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 31,697 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 26,466 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 21,799 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 20,743 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 15,719 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A8?

Based on 262,460 MOT tests across 23,764 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
7,524
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
23,764
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,319
constant velocity joint gaiter split 2,947
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,681
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,652
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,244
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A8 ERL is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 100,318 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 ERL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A8 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Audi A8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A8 ERL?

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What year was A8 ERL registered?

A8 ERL is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is A8 ERL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 ERL shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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