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BP05 YHG

2005 Audi A8

Beige Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

112,755 mi
Last recorded112,755 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP05 YHG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 112,755 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Fail 12 Jun 2019 112,737 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 95,982 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 94,629 miles

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

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

centre exhaust slightly insecure

Pass 23 Apr 2016 92,181 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2015 89,772 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 84,071 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 31 Oct 2013 84,071 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake warning light on

ecu light on

Pass 22 Oct 2012 70,890 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 57,686 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 45,589 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 45,509 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 35,272 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 26,390 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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BP05 YHG is a 2005 Audi A8 in Beige with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 BP05 YHG, 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 BP05 YHG registered?

BP05 YHG is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is BP05 YHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP05 YHG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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