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PY05 HGX

2005 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

303,700 mi
Last recorded303,700 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY05 HGX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2014 303,700 miles

both front headlamp glass deteriated

Pass 13 Jul 2013 280,251 miles

both headlamp glass deteriated

nearside front tyre on limit

play in front suspension bushes

Pass 14 Jan 2013 254,220 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 233,658 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 233,635 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 177,278 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 177,258 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 147,369 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 116,060 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2009 89,372 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 29 May 2008 63,387 miles

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

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

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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PY05 HGX is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PY05 HGX, 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 PY05 HGX registered?

PY05 HGX is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 8 June 2005.

Is PY05 HGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY05 HGX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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