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P31 JLM

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

109,838 mi
Last recorded109,838 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP31 JLM
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 109,838 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2026 109,838 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 103,938 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2024 103,938 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 98,968 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 95,433 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 92,068 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 86,838 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 78,409 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 72,141 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 64,017 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 57,882 miles

Offside Front wiper smeary

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 41,794 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 40,085 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 34,908 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 29,572 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 26,040 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 22,984 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 20,657 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 18,547 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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P31 JLM is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P31 JLM, 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 P31 JLM registered?

P31 JLM is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is P31 JLM safe to buy?

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