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MW54 WGG

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

220,684 mi
Last recorded220,684 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW54 WGG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 220,684 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 211,863 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 202,139 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2016 183,204 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 167,400 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 160,427 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 147,525 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 133,677 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 120,295 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 108,500 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 106,879 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 106,614 miles

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

Both Front Tyres Wearing On Inner Edges

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

Pass 20 Feb 2008 103,121 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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MW54 WGG is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc 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 MW54 WGG, 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 MW54 WGG registered?

MW54 WGG is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 12 January 2005.

Is MW54 WGG safe to buy?

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