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DE55 AVM

2005 Audi A8

Beige Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

80,818 mi
Last recorded80,818 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 AVM
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2020 80,818 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 79,473 miles

lower covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 16 Feb 2018 75,384 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 68,015 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 61,762 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all front suspension bushes worn

both front and rear brake discs corodded

both front tyres cracking tread area

engine bay covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 20 Oct 2015 61,762 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has a product on the light source so it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all front suspension bushes worn

both front and rear brake discs corodded

both front tyres cracking tread area

engine bay covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2014 61,739 miles

all four brake discs have heavy surface rust

Fail 16 Jul 2014 61,735 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

all four brake discs have a heavy coat of surface rust

Pass 8 Apr 2013 61,729 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 61,728 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 57,770 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 40,697 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

engine management is on

Pass 22 Dec 2009 35,401 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 27,234 miles

nearside front tyre slight wearing out outer eage

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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DE55 AVM is a 2005 Audi A8 in Beige with a 4,134cc 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 DE55 AVM, 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 DE55 AVM registered?

DE55 AVM is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is DE55 AVM safe to buy?

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