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KN05 CMU

2005 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

268,021 mi
Last recorded268,021 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN05 CMU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2022 268,021 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 142,380 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2020 142,380 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 141,288 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 140,425 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 137,570 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 129,932 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bushes split (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bushes split (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Dec 2015 129,932 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bushes split (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement bushes split (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 123,809 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 Jun 2013 120,729 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 107,411 miles

front number plate cracked

Fail 14 Feb 2011 94,932 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 94,932 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 Feb 2010 83,734 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 68,844 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 55,360 miles

front & rear tyres unevenly worn,& close to legal limit.

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 CMU is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc petrol 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 KN05 CMU, 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

How do I check the history of KN05 CMU?

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What year was KN05 CMU registered?

KN05 CMU is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is KN05 CMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN05 CMU 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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