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KT05 PXA

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

285,068 mi
Last recorded285,068 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT05 PXA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 285,068 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 157,940 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 157,940 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed leaking air (4.1.D.1b)

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

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Fail 10 Jul 2015 139,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 139,886 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 132,356 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 123,333 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2011 109,949 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 90,698 miles

both front antiroll bar c-link bushes splitting

nearside front top rear suspension arm bush splitting

nearside wing mirror not giving a clear view of the road but interior mirror and offside mirror fitted correctly

Pass 1 May 2009 80,754 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 70,100 miles

o/s and n/s front tyres worn on inside of tread above limits day of test

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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KT05 PXA is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 3,936cc 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 KT05 PXA, 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 KT05 PXA registered?

KT05 PXA is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is KT05 PXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT05 PXA 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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