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KT05 RVY

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

175,123 mi
Last recorded175,123 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT05 RVY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 175,123 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 172,254 miles

all brakes discs corroded

hand brake pump noise

Pass 22 Dec 2014 168,614 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 154,250 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Poor beam pattern O/S due to condensation inside headlamp

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Nov 2012 154,250 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Poor beam pattern O/S due to condensation inside headlamp

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Nov 2011 130,011 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 110,458 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 105,330 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 77,292 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 77,282 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 53,892 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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KT05 RVY is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver 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 RVY, 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 RVY registered?

KT05 RVY is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is KT05 RVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT05 RVY 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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