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OV05 BGE

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 3697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

112,736 mi
Last recorded112,736 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 BGE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,697cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 112,736 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 112,736 miles

Offside Front Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 11 May 2016 103,853 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 94,129 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 80,998 miles

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 30 May 2013 72,628 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 May 2012 63,741 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2012 63,741 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2011 54,846 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2010 45,760 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 34,357 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 24,633 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 BGE is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 BGE, 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 BGE registered?

OV05 BGE is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is OV05 BGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV05 BGE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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