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CW05 KKL

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

243,859 mi
Last recorded243,859 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW05 KKL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 243,859 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2024 238,690 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2023 232,832 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 228,235 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 220,259 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 209,588 miles

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

undertrays obscuring test items from view

Fail 27 Nov 2020 209,588 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

undertrays obscuring test items from view

Pass 19 Oct 2019 199,433 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 188,165 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 176,429 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2016 165,908 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 153,274 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 136,904 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 136,904 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 118,368 miles

Suspension Level warning light on

Pass 25 Jun 2012 93,001 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 78,306 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 78,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 57,410 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 43,173 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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CW05 KKL is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 CW05 KKL, 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 CW05 KKL registered?

CW05 KKL is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is CW05 KKL safe to buy?

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