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OY55 SVT

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

146,909 mi
Last recorded146,909 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY55 SVT
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 146,909 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

brake pad warning on

Pass 5 Oct 2024 141,340 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BothSides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 134,007 miles

BRAKE PADS WARNING ON

Fail 30 Sep 2023 134,007 miles

BRAKE PADS WARNING ON

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 121,180 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2022 121,180 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 121,045 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 120,632 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 23 Jan 2019 110,425 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

pad warning light on

trims and covers fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2018 102,605 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake pads low warning light illuminated on dash

engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

Pass 21 Jan 2017 98,309 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 90,749 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 19 Jan 2016 90,740 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jan 2015 86,686 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 79,844 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2013 71,849 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 65,224 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2012 65,224 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 1 Nov 2010 56,076 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 56,076 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 38,304 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 20,724 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 SVT is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 SVT, 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 SVT registered?

OY55 SVT is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 3 November 2005.

Is OY55 SVT safe to buy?

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