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MEZ 6421

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

251,088 mi
Last recorded251,088 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEZ 6421
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2024 251,088 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 150,527 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 146,591 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 144,534 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 143,031 miles

both reg bulbs

front pads getting down

Pass 18 Aug 2019 142,282 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2018 138,774 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 20 Aug 2017 133,366 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 125,641 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 27 Aug 2016 125,641 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 120,305 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 101,239 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 89,611 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 76,096 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 60,221 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 60,221 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 49,336 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 35,981 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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MEZ 6421 is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MEZ 6421, 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 MEZ 6421 registered?

MEZ 6421 is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is MEZ 6421 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEZ 6421 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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