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DK55 XDO

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2012
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,503 mi
Last recorded41,503 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2011
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 XDO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Oct 2011 41,503 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 40,688 miles

nearside rear tyre scrubbing off inner edge

Pass 16 Jan 2009 35,046 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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DK55 XDO is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DK55 XDO, 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 DK55 XDO registered?

DK55 XDO is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is DK55 XDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK55 XDO shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DK55 XDO have outstanding finance?

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