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A8 UOU

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,444 mi
Last recorded100,444 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 UOU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2016 100,444 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 84,890 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 63,621 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 48,378 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 43,118 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2011 41,715 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 40,429 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 35,718 miles

both rear tyres sidewall beginning to crack should be changed as soon as possible

Fail 8 Aug 2008 35,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

both rear tyres sidewall beginning to crack should be changed as soon as possible

Fail 17 May 2008 35,675 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

n/s/r tyre has small cut in wall

o/s/r tyre has split in wall

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 UOU is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UOU, 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 UOU registered?

A8 UOU is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is A8 UOU safe to buy?

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