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BL55 CVC

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

205,033 mi
Last recorded205,033 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 CVC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 205,033 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 190,892 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (UV damage) (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced ( UV damage) (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt clasp has part of its outer casing missing, but is still operating correctly.

Fail 16 Nov 2017 190,892 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (UV damage) (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced ( UV damage) (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Seat belt clasp has part of its outer casing missing, but is still operating correctly.

Pass 15 Nov 2016 176,466 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 161,140 miles

amber suspension warning light on dash

Fail 21 Nov 2015 161,139 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

amber suspension warning light on dash

Pass 12 Nov 2014 144,695 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Nov 2014 144,695 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 19 Nov 2013 127,746 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

both rear tyres close to legal limit

low tone horn not working

Pass 19 Nov 2013 127,746 miles

both rear tyres close to legal limit

low tone horn not working

Pass 28 Nov 2012 114,565 miles

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)

Fail 30 Nov 2011 100,380 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 100,380 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 87,311 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake discs heavily worn and brake pads worn close to sensors

rear brake discs heavily worn and inner brake pads worn

Pass 3 Dec 2009 73,625 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 73,625 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 55,875 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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BL55 CVC is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 BL55 CVC, 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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BL55 CVC is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 21 December 2005.

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