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OV05 BFY

2005 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,912 mi
Last recorded74,912 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2013
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 BFY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Feb 2013 74,912 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 65,275 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 52,402 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 36,225 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 25,506 miles

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

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

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 BFY is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BFY, 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 BFY registered?

OV05 BFY is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is OV05 BFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV05 BFY shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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