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PJ05 KFU

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

77,433 mi
Last recorded77,433 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ05 KFU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 77,433 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 68,542 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 68,397 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 68,106 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 66,702 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 65,307 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 64,826 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 62,601 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 59,411 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 56,599 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 52,969 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 49,574 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 42,126 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 42,126 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 May 2012 34,655 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 30,750 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 23,254 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 20,373 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 18,484 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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PJ05 KFU is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 PJ05 KFU, 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 PJ05 KFU registered?

PJ05 KFU is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is PJ05 KFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ05 KFU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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