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ST55 YCF

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

226,834 mi
Last recorded226,834 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST55 YCF
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2020 226,834 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 226,834 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 206,258 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 182,892 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 152,945 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 122,933 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 109,630 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 96,324 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 7 Nov 2014 96,318 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 86,533 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 79,674 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 75,254 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 63,970 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 57,718 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 57,718 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 47,024 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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ST55 YCF is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ST55 YCF, 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 ST55 YCF registered?

ST55 YCF is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is ST55 YCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST55 YCF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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