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SO54 ZTR

2005 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

125,439 mi
Last recorded125,439 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO54 ZTR
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2024 125,439 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 122,963 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2021 116,041 miles

Sill Cover Fitted

Undertray fitted

Fail 13 Nov 2021 116,041 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Sill Cover Fitted

Undertray fitted

Pass 7 Nov 2020 109,718 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2019 107,697 miles

UnderTray Fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2018 105,190 miles

Under Covers Fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2017 102,000 miles

undercovers fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2016 96,128 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 1 Nov 2016 96,007 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2015 89,911 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 83,841 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 83,841 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 78,371 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 75,164 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 67,585 miles

slight corrosion in front discs

Fail 1 May 2012 67,585 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight corrosion in front discs

Fail 2 Mar 2011 56,770 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 56,770 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 40,031 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 30,405 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 20,146 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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SO54 ZTR is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 SO54 ZTR, 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 SO54 ZTR registered?

SO54 ZTR is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 23 February 2005.

Is SO54 ZTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO54 ZTR shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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