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C16 HEV

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

158,110 mi
Last recorded158,110 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC16 HEV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 158,110 miles

Headlights becoming cloudy

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 152,833 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 144,411 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 144,411 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 136,163 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 128,911 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 123,139 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 123,139 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 116,324 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 116,324 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted calliper needs twisting (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 107,787 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 100,307 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 91,077 miles

front wipers smear windscreen

Pass 24 Sep 2015 82,511 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 73,519 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 67,201 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 59,315 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 52,398 miles

Crack in nearside of screen outside swept area.

Nearside front tyre starting to wear outer edge.

Pass 11 Oct 2010 46,239 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 41,484 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 35,750 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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C16 HEV is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 C16 HEV, 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 C16 HEV registered?

C16 HEV is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is C16 HEV safe to buy?

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