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SO05 EXN

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

122,305 mi
Last recorded122,305 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO05 EXN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2025 122,305 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Feb 2024 119,609 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2024 119,609 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 109,502 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 105,307 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 102,211 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 96,910 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both linkages (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2019 96,831 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both linkages (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 91,384 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 84,292 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 84,292 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 80,528 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 80,083 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear arm (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear outer sidelight not working

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 74,556 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 68,123 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Apr 2013 62,904 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 62,904 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 May 2012 57,512 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 51,027 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 42,054 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 41,464 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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SO05 EXN is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 SO05 EXN, 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 SO05 EXN registered?

SO05 EXN is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is SO05 EXN safe to buy?

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