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SH55 HWK

2005 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

115,269 mi
Last recorded115,269 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH55 HWK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2016 115,269 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

engine cover fitted

o/s/f door and wing damaged but no sharp edges

undre tray fitted

Fail 28 Dec 2016 115,269 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

engine cover fitted

o/s/f door and wing damaged but no sharp edges

undre tray fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2015 101,684 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Aug 2015 101,682 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre wearing inner & outer edges

o/s/f tyre wearing inner & outer edges

Pass 27 Aug 2014 83,673 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2013 74,545 miles

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)

Fail 20 Aug 2013 74,540 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2013 74,535 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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 Aug 2012 62,869 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 53,667 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 53,667 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 May 2010 41,833 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 6 May 2010 41,826 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 13 May 2009 26,670 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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SH55 HWK is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SH55 HWK, 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.

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SH55 HWK is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 1 November 2005.

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