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DG05 EUK

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

192,743 mi
Last recorded192,743 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 EUK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2020 192,743 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 10 Oct 2020 192,743 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 179,212 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 165,581 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 145,554 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 141,803 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 138,336 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 124,191 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 107,975 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 103,379 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front wipers a little smeary

Pass 30 Jul 2010 83,994 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

OSF tyre balding on inner and outer edges

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Jul 2010 83,994 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

OSF tyre balding on inner and outer edges

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 60,289 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 36,841 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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DG05 EUK is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 DG05 EUK, 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 DG05 EUK registered?

DG05 EUK is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DG05 EUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG05 EUK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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