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EN05 NXK

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

216,038 mi
Last recorded216,038 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN05 NXK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2016 216,038 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 212,178 miles

Both rear tyres are perished

Pass 17 Dec 2014 206,620 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

timing chain rattleing

Fail 17 Dec 2014 206,620 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

timing chain rattleing

Pass 20 Dec 2013 200,745 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Dec 2013 200,743 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Dec 2012 193,533 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 193,532 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 174,063 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 145,004 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 119,288 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 87,544 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outter edge

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 NXK is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NXK, 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 NXK registered?

EN05 NXK is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is EN05 NXK safe to buy?

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