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DV05 FRL

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2012
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

165,003 mi
Last recorded165,003 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2011
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 FRL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2011 165,003 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 163,475 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 142,017 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2009 142,015 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 137,146 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 122,544 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Sep 2008 109,826 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 92,055 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 71,041 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 71,004 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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DV05 FRL is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 DV05 FRL, 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 DV05 FRL registered?

DV05 FRL is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is DV05 FRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV05 FRL shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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