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MM05 VYK

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

107,045 mi
Last recorded107,045 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM05 VYK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2019 107,045 miles

Offside Rear offside rear inner tail lamp has water in lamp

chip on windscreen

Pass 14 Dec 2018 105,688 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre walls cracking but not enough to expose cord

Nearside Front anti roll bar c-link top and bottom bushes deteriorating

Offside Front Outer tyre wall cracking but not enough to expose cord

Offside Front anti roll bar c-link top and bottom bushes deteriorating

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

Fail 12 Dec 2018 105,688 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Outer tyre walls cracking but not enough to expose cord

Nearside Front anti roll bar c-link top and bottom bushes deteriorating

Nearside Rear Outer tyre wall cracked but not enough to expose cord

Offside Front Outer tyre wall cracking but not enough to expose cord

Offside Front anti roll bar c-link top and bottom bushes deteriorating

Offside Rear Outer tyre wall cracking but not enough to expose cord

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 103,231 miles

Inner Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 101,957 miles

chip in windscreen outside zone A, less than 40mm

o/s headlamp unit has some condensation in it

Pass 13 Nov 2015 100,095 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 97,775 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 94,322 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Dec 2012 91,260 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 87,637 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 69,246 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 51,144 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 36,318 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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MM05 VYK is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 MM05 VYK, 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 MM05 VYK registered?

MM05 VYK is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is MM05 VYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM05 VYK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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