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LE05 BYF

2005 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,373 mi
Last recorded78,373 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE05 BYF
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2021 78,373 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 75,947 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 74,977 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 74,794 miles

Front flexible exhausts deteriorated

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))

both headlamps deteriorated

engine cover and undertray fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2017 73,906 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 72,426 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi's (7.1.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 70,054 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 70,051 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 66,256 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 61,686 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 61,686 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 53,667 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 43,343 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 38,757 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 36,346 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 33,191 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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LE05 BYF is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LE05 BYF, 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 LE05 BYF registered?

LE05 BYF is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is LE05 BYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE05 BYF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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