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KU55 YHG

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

160,428 mi
Last recorded160,428 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU55 YHG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 160,428 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 156,996 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 154,206 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 152,280 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 146,087 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 140,232 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 135,203 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 128,741 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 123,771 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 108,877 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 101,321 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 94,424 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 85,772 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 85,772 miles

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

OSF tyre heavily worn at shoulders.

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 78,301 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 69,538 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 63,052 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 53,330 miles

Both front tyres heavily worn at inner shoulders.

Both rear tyres tread low.

Pass 7 Oct 2008 46,850 miles

Nearside front washer blocked but offside provides enough fluid to clear screen.

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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KU55 YHG is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 KU55 YHG, 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 KU55 YHG registered?

KU55 YHG is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is KU55 YHG safe to buy?

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