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A8 NLX

2005 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

164,279 mi
Last recorded164,279 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 NLX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2022 164,279 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 152,514 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 148,362 miles

under tray fitted to engine compartment & floor

Pass 6 Sep 2019 145,763 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 137,629 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 127,003 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted , not allowing full inspection

plastic sill covers fitted , not allowing full inspection

Pass 10 Nov 2016 116,672 miles

Advise engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing inspection of all components.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2015 105,526 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bothsides (4.1.E.1)

engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 7 Nov 2014 91,418 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Nov 2014 91,418 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 27 Nov 2013 80,232 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front discs lipped and corroded

near side wiper moving in fixing

slight scraping sound from off side front

Pass 26 Sep 2012 64,095 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 51,477 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 42,398 miles

front discs pitted

rear discs pitted

Pass 12 Aug 2009 36,032 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 28,942 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 NLX is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 NLX, 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

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What year was A8 NLX registered?

A8 NLX is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is A8 NLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 NLX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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