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OY55 SVR

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

140,448 mi
Last recorded140,448 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY55 SVR
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2022 140,448 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 129,617 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 126,812 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 123,078 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 118,979 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 118,979 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 114,645 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 110,103 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 106,630 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 104,141 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 104,118 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 99,927 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 96,117 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

airbag warning lamp on

Pass 30 Sep 2011 87,798 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 76,045 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 76,045 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 63,443 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 48,718 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 48,715 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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 SVR is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 OY55 SVR, 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 SVR registered?

OY55 SVR is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 6 October 2005.

Is OY55 SVR safe to buy?

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