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OV55 HWX

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

197,889 mi
Last recorded197,889 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 HWX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2019 197,889 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 197,838 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 19 May 2016 192,062 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 187,144 miles

emissions too low to record reading

offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit

Fail 5 May 2015 187,144 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

emissions too low to record reading

offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit

Pass 15 Apr 2014 178,436 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 178,436 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 May 2013 170,639 miles

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

both rear tyres cracking up in tred

Pass 7 Apr 2012 167,494 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 163,698 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 162,453 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 162,445 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Apr 2009 161,129 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 96,629 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 22,225 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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OV55 HWX is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OV55 HWX, 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.

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What year was OV55 HWX registered?

OV55 HWX is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is OV55 HWX safe to buy?

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