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R500 JMK

2005 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

149,051 mi
Last recorded149,051 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR500 JMK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 149,051 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 145,115 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 144,246 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 141,343 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 138,094 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 135,758 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 133,552 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 131,971 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 129,216 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 126,370 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 122,742 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 112,231 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 99,453 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 86,703 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 73,924 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 68,817 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 68,817 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 55,931 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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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R500 JMK is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R500 JMK, 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 R500 JMK registered?

R500 JMK is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is R500 JMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R500 JMK shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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