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BT55 WHP

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

184,658 mi
Last recorded184,658 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 WHP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 184,658 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 174,644 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroding

front bumper/o/s/f wing damaged

Pass 3 Apr 2014 160,390 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front bumper damaged

Pass 8 Mar 2013 137,448 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 112,891 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 112,462 miles

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

advise n/s/r seat belt stalk outer casing broken

advise rear brake pads very low

advised o/s/r single LED flashes/flickers

Pass 28 Feb 2011 87,051 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 87,017 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 28 Jan 2011 85,958 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2010 58,412 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2009 34,977 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 35,950 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

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

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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BT55 WHP is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BT55 WHP, 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 BT55 WHP registered?

BT55 WHP is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 20 December 2005.

Is BT55 WHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT55 WHP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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