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MW05 XFB

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

99,824 mi
Last recorded99,824 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW05 XFB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 99,824 miles

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 97,685 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 94,665 miles

surface rust to brake discs.

Pass 18 Feb 2015 90,693 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jan 2014 88,563 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2013 81,383 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 77,810 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 77,810 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Pass 4 May 2011 69,317 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 58,759 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front number plate delaminating

n/s/f tyre has cuts in inner and outer sidewall

Fail 22 Apr 2010 58,748 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front number plate delaminating

n/s/f tyre has cuts in inner and outer sidewall

Pass 31 Mar 2009 46,057 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 32,103 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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MW05 XFB is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MW05 XFB, 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.

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What year was MW05 XFB registered?

MW05 XFB is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is MW05 XFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW05 XFB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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