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OV05 AXX

2005 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

84,563 mi
Last recorded84,563 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 AXX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 84,563 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2025 83,413 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 82,559 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 79,971 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 79,971 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 77,867 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 77,867 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 76,367 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 74,823 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 72,753 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 68,453 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 62,870 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 55,940 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 51,044 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 421,631 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 37,698 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 35,235 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 28,538 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 18,023 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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OV05 AXX is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 OV05 AXX, 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 AXX registered?

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

Is OV05 AXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV05 AXX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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