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MW05 OJN

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,000 mi
Last recorded71,000 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW05 OJN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 71,000 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 71,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 67,262 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 67,262 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 59,102 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 52,528 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)

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 29 Nov 2011 39,567 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 174,197 miles

EMlight on

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

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

front discs worn

rear discs worn

Fail 29 Jun 2011 174,197 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

EMlight on

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

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

front discs worn

rear discs worn

Pass 25 Jun 2010 140,594 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 106,605 miles

n/s/f tyre wall cut

Pass 24 Jun 2008 70,833 miles

advise both front brake discs starting to wear thin

advise brake warning light iluminated

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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MW05 OJN is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MW05 OJN, 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 MW05 OJN registered?

MW05 OJN is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is MW05 OJN safe to buy?

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