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MJ05 VGF

2005 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

156,218 mi
Last recorded156,218 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ05 VGF
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 156,218 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 232,088 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 133,356 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 124,787 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Jul 2022 116,671 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 21 Jul 2022 116,671 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 110,100 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 163,960 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2019 100,410 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 99,470 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 95,529 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 92,808 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 92,807 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working Side light bulb (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 89,044 miles

emissions warning light on (advise)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 85,712 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 85,504 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jul 2013 81,191 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust flexi split/deteriorated

nearside front tyre tread cut

Fail 10 Jul 2013 81,191 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust flexi split/deteriorated

nearside front tyre tread cut

Pass 19 Jul 2012 75,301 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 70,562 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 65,451 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 60,806 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 10 Aug 2009 60,770 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 56,107 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 55,045 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 55,044 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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MJ05 VGF is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 MJ05 VGF, 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 MJ05 VGF registered?

MJ05 VGF is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is MJ05 VGF safe to buy?

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