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MT54 VFZ

2005 Audi A8

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

175,103 mi
Last recorded175,103 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT54 VFZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 175,103 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 174,689 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2018 174,689 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2016 174,079 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 174,079 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 173,565 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 167,786 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 148,177 miles

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

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

cuts in both front tyre sidewalls. o/s/f wear on inner shoulder. o/s front pads low. o/s flexible exhaust joint deteriorating. front no plate deteriorating

Pass 4 Jan 2011 125,370 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 100,002 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 70,648 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 51,219 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 4 Jan 2008 51,219 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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MT54 VFZ is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 MT54 VFZ, 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 MT54 VFZ registered?

MT54 VFZ is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 7 January 2005.

Is MT54 VFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT54 VFZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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