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J22 GOT

2005 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

182,376 mi
Last recorded182,376 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ22 GOT
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 182,376 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2024 174,524 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 169,694 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2022 167,110 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 164,058 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 163,471 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 161,049 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 148,860 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 136,666 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 123,285 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 111,989 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 100,855 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 91,912 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 81,737 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 69,201 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 58,276 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 50,048 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 40,282 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 40,282 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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J22 GOT is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 J22 GOT, 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.

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What year was J22 GOT registered?

J22 GOT is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is J22 GOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J22 GOT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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