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OY55 GGP

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

201,860 mi
Last recorded201,860 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY55 GGP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2015 201,860 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 195,134 miles

n/s front tyre has a cut in the tread

o/s rear tyre worn on the inside edge

Pass 16 Oct 2013 178,544 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 168,383 miles

airbag light on the dash

Pass 21 Sep 2011 155,081 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 136,695 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2009 130,250 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 130,250 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 89,673 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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OY55 GGP is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OY55 GGP, 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 OY55 GGP registered?

OY55 GGP is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 14 November 2005.

Is OY55 GGP safe to buy?

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