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DG05 KRN

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

160,799 mi
Last recorded160,799 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 KRN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2025 160,799 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 149,625 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 148,213 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2021 145,821 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 141,672 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 133,479 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 127,096 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 127,096 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 123,374 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 115,869 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 107,644 miles

Mil light on

Pass 12 Aug 2013 98,391 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 90,555 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 81,023 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 71,058 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 63,607 miles

Several small chips on front windscreen.

Pass 29 Aug 2008 51,449 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 KRN is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KRN, 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.

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What year was DG05 KRN registered?

DG05 KRN is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is DG05 KRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG05 KRN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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