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OV05 VHB

2005 Audi A8

Black Petrol 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

134,067 mi
Last recorded134,067 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 VHB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024 134,067 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 118,850 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2022 105,255 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2021 94,533 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2019 78,454 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 74,818 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 70,848 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 68,216 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 64,892 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 62,341 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 62,003 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)

Nearside front tyre worn close to cords on outer edge

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2013 55,825 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2012 50,614 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 50,614 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 43,830 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 36,194 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 36,194 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 28,089 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 21,662 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 VHB is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,976cc 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 VHB, 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 VHB registered?

OV05 VHB is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 14 July 2005.

Is OV05 VHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV05 VHB 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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