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NJ55 BKU

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

182,920 mi
Last recorded182,920 miles
Recorded on19 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ55 BKU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2023 182,920 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 178,400 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 156,141 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2018 146,901 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 141,606 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 8 May 2017 141,472 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 19 Mar 2016 135,295 miles

Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm inner rear bushes worn (2.4.G.2)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (3.7.B.3)

Fail 12 Mar 2016 135,139 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm inner rear bushes worn (2.4.G.2)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (3.7.B.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 127,698 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2015 137,618 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 110,448 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Mar 2014 108,243 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine light on

Pass 5 Oct 2012 71,863 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 80,494 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 60,954 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 60,966 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 46,875 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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NJ55 BKU is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 NJ55 BKU, 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 NJ55 BKU registered?

NJ55 BKU is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 2 September 2005.

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The MOT history for NJ55 BKU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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