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SP55 KFG

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

169,166 mi
Last recorded169,166 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 KFG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 169,166 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front drivers door window cracked not interfering with rear view door mirror

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 162,107 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed centre seat rear (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 29 Aug 2024 162,107 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed centre seat rear (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 155,918 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 149,639 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 139,161 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 129,118 miles

Undertrays fitted front to back not allowing full inspection of some components.

Pass 28 Jan 2019 120,712 miles

Undertrays fitted front to back not allowing full inspection of some components.

Pass 24 Jan 2018 111,793 miles

Full engine cover fitted.

Undertrays fitted front to back.

Pass 19 Dec 2016 101,571 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 93,909 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 81,593 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 65,344 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 59,039 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 46,845 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 32,365 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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SP55 KFG is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SP55 KFG, 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 SP55 KFG registered?

SP55 KFG is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 18 November 2005.

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