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A8 XHW

2005 Audi A8

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,201 mi
Last recorded26,201 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2011
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2011 26,201 miles

255/40/19. All tyres have 6mm.

Pass 7 Oct 2010 66,918 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 61,802 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn on inn er edge

Pass 17 Nov 2008 54,910 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 47,594 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

offside rear tyre different tread pattern

rear boot lid not fitting flush on off side rear

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 XHW is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 XHW, 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 XHW registered?

A8 XHW is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 26 January 2005.

Is A8 XHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 XHW shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A8 XHW have outstanding finance?

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