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MF55 UXG

2005 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

131,751 mi
Last recorded131,751 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF55 UXG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2021 131,751 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 122,104 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 113,390 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 105,986 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 105,980 miles

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative pipe split (1.7.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 102,369 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 99,533 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 95,088 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 83,438 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 71,884 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 64,624 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 64,624 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

brake pad warning light on

pitting to front brake disc inner faces

Pass 5 Nov 2010 53,551 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 53,487 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

front and rear discs worn.

front screen damaged out side zone b.

Pass 22 Oct 2009 46,609 miles

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)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 39,726 miles

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

windscreen has damage to screen on nearside that is not an mot failure at the present time

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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MF55 UXG is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 MF55 UXG, 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

How do I check the history of MF55 UXG?

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What year was MF55 UXG registered?

MF55 UXG is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is MF55 UXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF55 UXG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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