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AV05 LJZ

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

203,340 mi
Last recorded203,340 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 LJZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 203,340 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

o/s under tray damp suspect fuel leak

Fail 15 May 2017 203,340 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

o/s under tray damp suspect fuel leak

Pass 13 May 2016 121,560 miles

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

Front registration plate slightly insecure

Fail 3 May 2016 121,351 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Engine cover(s) and Under-tray(s) fitted obscuring some components

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high PRS (1.8)

Rear Registration plate slightly insecure

Pass 23 May 2015 185,732 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside rear arch damaged

Offside rear seat belt casing damaged

Fail 23 May 2015 185,732 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear arch damaged

Offside rear seat belt casing damaged

Pass 27 May 2014 174,403 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 174,403 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 100,340 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 86,522 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2011 82,698 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 75,941 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nail in nearside rear tyre

engine smokey

Fail 5 May 2009 58,809 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2009 58,809 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 42,729 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Mar 2008 42,729 miles

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

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

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

rear tyres low 2mm and worn on edges

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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AV05 LJZ is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 AV05 LJZ, 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 AV05 LJZ registered?

AV05 LJZ is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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