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D14 LSH

2005 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

113,527 mi
Last recorded113,527 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD14 LSH
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 113,527 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 108,795 miles

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 22 Sep 2023 103,660 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 97,588 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 93,937 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 91,526 miles

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

Undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2019 84,597 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2018 78,814 miles

Undertrays fitted

Fail 28 Mar 2018 78,814 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2017 70,903 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 66,285 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 63,700 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jun 2014 60,855 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2013 56,586 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 53,397 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 53,397 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 48,012 miles

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

only one horn working.

Pass 22 Jun 2010 44,246 miles

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

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

wipers smearing slightly

Pass 9 Jun 2009 40,156 miles

front wipers smearing slightly

Pass 17 Jun 2008 35,427 miles

slight smearing from wiper blades

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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D14 LSH is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 D14 LSH, 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 D14 LSH registered?

D14 LSH is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is D14 LSH safe to buy?

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