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OY55 SGV

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

157,018 mi
Last recorded157,018 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY55 SGV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 157,018 miles

Nearside Front Upper suspension arm bushes deteriorating x2 arms

Nearside Front tyre wearing slightly on edges

Offside Front Upper suspension arm bushes deteriorating x2 arms

Offside Front tyre wearing slightly on edges

Pass 10 Mar 2020 153,819 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 147,909 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 143,505 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 139,004 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 134,242 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All Four discs worn (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 126,267 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 115,762 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 108,790 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 99,220 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 87,912 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 87,912 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 77,853 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 66,988 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 SGV is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SGV, 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 OY55 SGV registered?

OY55 SGV is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is OY55 SGV safe to buy?

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