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LY05 ZST

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

242,419 mi
Last recorded242,419 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 ZST
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2026 242,419 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 237,448 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 228,089 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 211,468 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2020 202,945 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 198,179 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2019 198,179 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 185,644 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 177,828 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 162,399 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 151,205 miles

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

Rear brake pads wearing low.

Pass 17 Jun 2015 151,205 miles

Rear brake pads wearing low.

Pass 18 Mar 2014 138,726 miles

Crack in front winscreen in swept area but not affecting drivers view (OSF lower)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Mar 2014 138,726 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Crack in front winscreen in swept area but not affecting drivers view (OSF lower)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Suspension warning lamp illuminating

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jan 2013 118,415 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

parking brake fault light on

Fail 23 Nov 2011 98,769 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

both front tyres worn on edges 2-3mm

Pass 23 Nov 2011 98,769 miles

both front tyres worn on edges 2-3mm

Pass 19 Nov 2010 84,518 miles

Centre Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 70,721 miles

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

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

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

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

near side front tyre bold on inner edge

off side front tyre bold on inner edge

Pass 21 Nov 2008 36,356 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 55,911 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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LY05 ZST is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LY05 ZST, 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 LY05 ZST registered?

LY05 ZST is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 8 August 2005.

Is LY05 ZST safe to buy?

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