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NL55 VXG

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

143,016 mi
Last recorded143,016 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL55 VXG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2017 143,016 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 132,723 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/r & o/s/r (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 207,161 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Oct 2013 118,573 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 112,167 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)

child seat fitted to n/s/r

Pass 12 Oct 2011 103,485 miles

N/s rear seat belt not tested - due to child seat

Slight play in front anti roll bar bushes

Fail 12 Oct 2011 103,485 miles

N/s rear seat belt not tested - due to child seat

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Slight play in front anti roll bar bushes

Pass 25 Oct 2010 94,199 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

rear brake discs worn

upper and lower front wishbone bushes starting to split

Pass 1 Sep 2009 83,209 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 67,555 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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NL55 VXG is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 NL55 VXG, 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 NL55 VXG registered?

NL55 VXG is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is NL55 VXG safe to buy?

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