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SV05 TVZ

2005 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

164,219 mi
Last recorded164,219 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV05 TVZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2020 164,219 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 161,886 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 161,737 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 158,506 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 154,908 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2016 151,447 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 151,007 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 151,007 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 117,680 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2013 112,074 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2008 78,619 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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SV05 TVZ is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,976cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SV05 TVZ, 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 SV05 TVZ registered?

SV05 TVZ is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is SV05 TVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV05 TVZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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