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OY55 SWF

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

195,230 mi
Last recorded195,230 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 195,230 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 195,228 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2017 189,812 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 185,748 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 183,392 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 178,060 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 169,382 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 145,089 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2012 145,089 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 122,520 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 100,637 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2010 100,637 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 70,113 miles

1 front tyres on 1.6mm limit & worn on outer edges.2 rear tyres near 1.6 mm limit.

Fail 23 Oct 2009 70,113 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

1 front tyres on 1.6mm limit & worn on outer edges.2 rear tyres near 1.6 mm limit.

Pass 19 Sep 2008 41,510 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 SWF is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SWF, 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 SWF registered?

OY55 SWF is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is OY55 SWF safe to buy?

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