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BJ55 TWZ

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

231,014 mi
Last recorded231,014 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 TWZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 231,014 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 219,499 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 217,063 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 206,979 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 195,565 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 184,121 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 178,332 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 173,061 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 169,235 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 164,899 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 110,655 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 161,715 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 153,195 miles

presenter adviced

Pass 26 Jan 2013 131,774 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 113,261 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 98,410 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 82,589 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 67,053 miles

some condensation in nearside headlamp

Fail 3 Nov 2008 66,699 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

slight perishing on both front suspension c link bushes

some condensation in nearside headlamp

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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BJ55 TWZ is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 BJ55 TWZ, 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 BJ55 TWZ registered?

BJ55 TWZ is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 7 November 2005.

Is BJ55 TWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ55 TWZ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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