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OY55 STX

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

179,001 mi
Last recorded179,001 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY55 STX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2020 179,001 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 178,016 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm - advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm - advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

boot operation poor

suspect washer bottle/hose leak - offside

Pass 30 Oct 2018 173,952 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

tyres wearing on edges

windscreen damage

Pass 26 Oct 2017 163,539 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 153,973 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen chipped in zone b

Pass 1 Oct 2015 145,918 miles

Nearside Rear 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 9 Oct 2014 138,131 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2013 128,987 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 128,987 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 118,446 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 104,958 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 93,047 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 69,291 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 48,735 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 STX is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black 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 STX, 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 STX registered?

OY55 STX is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is OY55 STX safe to buy?

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