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AP05 BZY

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

111,072 mi
Last recorded111,072 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 BZY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 111,072 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 107,483 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 100,005 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm and bald on edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 92,993 miles

diff leaking oil

under cover and engine cover fitted.

Fail 8 Jul 2016 92,992 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low prs (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

diff leaking oil

under cover and engine cover fitted.

Pass 30 Jun 2015 88,407 miles

Nearside front ( iner tyre ) has a cut

Fail 29 Jun 2015 88,393 miles

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)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside front ( iner tyre ) has a cut

Pass 5 Jul 2014 79,991 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2013 73,876 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jun 2012 67,229 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 58,886 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 48,561 miles

nearside front tyre worn to 2mm on outer edge,offside front tyre worn to 1mm on outer edge and nearside rear tyre worn to 3mm on outer edge

Pass 12 Jun 2009 35,983 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 24,824 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 24,797 miles

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)

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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AP05 BZY is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AP05 BZY, 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 AP05 BZY registered?

AP05 BZY is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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