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SM55 HJO

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

161,815 mi
Last recorded161,815 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 HJO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 161,815 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 161,815 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 147,342 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 132,118 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 117,868 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 102,283 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 94,198 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 91,095 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2011 68,170 miles

front tyres tread depth getting low.

os rear view mirror damaged.

Pass 25 May 2010 36,657 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 17 Jun 2009 28,617 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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SM55 HJO is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SM55 HJO, 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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What year was SM55 HJO registered?

SM55 HJO is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is SM55 HJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM55 HJO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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