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BEZ 9490

2005 Audi A8

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

130,299 mi
Last recorded130,299 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEZ 9490
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2020 130,299 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 124,413 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 115,670 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 115,670 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 107,795 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 100,916 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing All (2.7.2a)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 91,725 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 82,908 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 78,816 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 74,324 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 62,300 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2011 54,722 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 39,916 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 21,841 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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BEZ 9490 is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BEZ 9490, 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 BEZ 9490 registered?

BEZ 9490 is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is BEZ 9490 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEZ 9490 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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