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AV55 OSL

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

193,806 mi
Last recorded193,806 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 OSL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2018 193,806 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 294,207 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 275,690 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 253,806 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 230,916 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 230,916 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)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 206,598 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)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 113,228 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 113,228 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 155,133 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 128,961 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 104,316 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)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 76,605 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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AV55 OSL is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc 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 AV55 OSL, 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 AV55 OSL registered?

AV55 OSL is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is AV55 OSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 OSL 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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