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OW05 DPE

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

137,597 mi
Last recorded137,597 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW05 DPE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2016 137,597 miles

Electronic parking brake control repaired, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

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

cover sills shields

Fail 10 Dec 2016 137,597 miles

Electronic parking brake control repaired, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

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

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

cover sills shields

Pass 19 Nov 2015 134,477 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 127,051 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2013 109,087 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 88,169 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 68,442 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010 50,049 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 72,151 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 32,457 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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OW05 DPE is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OW05 DPE, 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 OW05 DPE registered?

OW05 DPE is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 16 August 2005.

Is OW05 DPE safe to buy?

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