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MH05 KAU

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

152,237 mi
Last recorded152,237 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH05 KAU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 152,237 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2025 152,237 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 147,087 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 145,577 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 136,047 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 131,895 miles

Engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Daytime running lamp not working

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Oct 2021 131,879 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Daytime running lamp not working

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 125,724 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 117,092 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 113,353 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 105,044 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 97,985 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 91,793 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 91,194 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 91,194 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 89,435 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 89,401 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 75,710 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 61,701 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 46,804 miles

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 21 Apr 2009 34,392 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 17,963 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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MH05 KAU is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 MH05 KAU, 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 MH05 KAU registered?

MH05 KAU is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is MH05 KAU safe to buy?

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