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KN05 BPV

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

142,380 mi
Last recorded142,380 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 BPV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 142,380 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2016 142,319 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 133,905 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 125,644 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 115,600 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 107,484 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 91,264 miles

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)

Fail 11 Mar 2011 91,259 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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)

Pass 27 May 2010 78,493 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 64,680 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 48,218 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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KN05 BPV is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KN05 BPV, 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 KN05 BPV registered?

KN05 BPV is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is KN05 BPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN05 BPV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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