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EN05 BXH

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2017
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

156,494 mi
Last recorded156,494 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN05 BXH
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2016 156,494 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 156,469 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Sep 2015 136,403 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 118,122 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 115,503 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 108,240 miles

Engine management lamp on

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 105,508 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 103,025 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 98,534 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 98,534 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 95,100 miles

Nearside Rear 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 12 Jul 2010 90,982 miles

Nearside Rear 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 4 Jan 2010 83,269 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 76,008 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 75,996 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 112,681 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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EN05 BXH is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EN05 BXH, 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 EN05 BXH registered?

EN05 BXH is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 18 June 2005.

Is EN05 BXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN05 BXH shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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