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SM55 HKK

2005 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

161,427 mi
Last recorded161,427 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 HKK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2017 161,427 miles

Engine management light stays on

Fail 19 Dec 2017 161,410 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine management light stays on

Pass 26 Oct 2016 145,416 miles

Engine management light stays on

Fail 24 Oct 2016 145,416 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Engine management light stays on

Pass 12 Nov 2015 124,993 miles

Engine management light stays on

Pass 6 Nov 2014 114,389 miles

Engine management light stays on indicating a fault

Fail 6 Nov 2014 114,389 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine management light stays on indicating a fault

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

Pass 5 Nov 2013 96,975 miles

eml light on

Fail 31 Oct 2013 96,975 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

eml light on

Pass 24 Jul 2012 77,122 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 66,090 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 52,434 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 52,417 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 38,097 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 25,684 miles

nearside front tyre starting to get close to the limit

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 HKK is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SM55 HKK, 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 SM55 HKK registered?

SM55 HKK is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is SM55 HKK safe to buy?

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