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AE55 ZSN

2005 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

183,491 mi
Last recorded183,491 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 ZSN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2018 183,491 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 171,817 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 159,942 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 149,427 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

both rear tyres worn very close to limit 3 nails in o/s

Pass 8 Oct 2014 136,271 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 112,427 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 97,585 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 88,210 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 80,044 miles

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

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

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

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

vehicle smoking at idle

Fail 19 Aug 2010 79,845 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front 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 22 Sep 2009 70,865 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 70,865 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 35,490 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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AE55 ZSN is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AE55 ZSN, 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.

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What year was AE55 ZSN registered?

AE55 ZSN is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 3 November 2005.

Is AE55 ZSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 ZSN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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