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OV05 AXN

2005 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

160,169 mi
Last recorded160,169 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 AXN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 160,169 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 155,823 miles

Nearside Front Advise sidewall has a slight cut not showing.

Pass 9 Jun 2015 140,518 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 22 May 2015 140,478 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

child seats fitted

Pass 21 May 2014 137,253 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 136,679 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Apr 2013 136,679 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 132,360 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 May 2012 132,358 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Air bag light on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Suspension warning light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 May 2011 126,139 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 126,117 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 114,396 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 114,310 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 114,310 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 87,602 miles

nearside rear tyre 2mm tread

offside rear tyre 2mm tread

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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OV05 AXN is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 3,697cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 OV05 AXN, 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 OV05 AXN registered?

OV05 AXN is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is OV05 AXN safe to buy?

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