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R8 ECU

2005 Audi A2

Red Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,342 mi
Last recorded106,342 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A283,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 ECU
MakeAudi
ModelA2
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2025 106,342 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 105,620 miles

underside wax oiled

Pass 7 Oct 2023 104,087 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 103,903 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 103,519 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 103,360 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 102,102 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 100,495 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 98,101 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 97,853 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 97,089 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 94,136 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 86,535 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 May 2012 76,155 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 62,135 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 55,994 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 51,957 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 45,562 miles

no smoke detected on emissions test

How Reliable is the Audi A2?

Based on 380,691 MOT tests across 19,245 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,744
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
19,245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,177
Stop lamp not working 6,149
Direction indicator incorrect colour 5,217
coil spring broken 4,787
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,660
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R8 ECU is a 2005 Audi A2 in Red with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Audi A2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 83,012 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 13,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R8 ECU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A2 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Audi A2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R8 ECU?

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What year was R8 ECU registered?

R8 ECU is a 2005 Audi A2, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is R8 ECU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 ECU shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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