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KMC 230

2005 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

108,960 mi
Last recorded108,960 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMC 230
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Nov 2025 108,960 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive OIL LEAKS CONTAMINATING EXHAUSTS (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

SUSPENSION WARNING LAMP ON DASH

Pass 11 Nov 2024 105,284 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER 255/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXIBLE PIPE (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER 255/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE /GEARBOX UNDERTRAY TO BE REMOVED FOR FURTHER INSPECTION (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

UNDERTRAY NOT FULLY SECURE

Fail 9 Nov 2024 105,283 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective OPAQUE AFFECTING BEAM IMAGE (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective OPAQUE AFFECTING BEAM IMAGE (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER 255/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXIBLE PIPE (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER 255/40/19 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE /GEARBOX UNDERTRAY TO BE REMOVED FOR FURTHER INSPECTION (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

UNDERTRAY NOT FULLY SECURE

Pass 26 Oct 2023 98,581 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 91,239 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 89,837 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 89,004 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 88,203 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 87,026 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 85,357 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 83,785 miles

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

both frint wiper blades deteriorated.

edge wear both front tyres

front brake discs worn/lipped on inner surfaces,

Pass 16 Jul 2012 80,386 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 76,052 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 71,272 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 67,456 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 59,174 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)

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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KMC 230 is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 KMC 230, 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 KMC 230 registered?

KMC 230 is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 13 May 2005.

Is KMC 230 safe to buy?

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