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DY05 XHK

2005 Audi A8

Silver Lpg 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

106,794 mi
Last recorded106,794 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY05 XHK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2019 106,794 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and back (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 May 2017 106,255 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and back (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 May 2016 10,218 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2015 98,469 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 94,701 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2013 94,052 miles

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)

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 90,101 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 213,314 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Feb 2011 213,314 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 192,956 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 163,341 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 133,160 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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DY05 XHK is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,172cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DY05 XHK, 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 DY05 XHK registered?

DY05 XHK is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is DY05 XHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY05 XHK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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