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SV54 JFN

2005 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,452 mi
Last recorded141,452 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV54 JFN
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2016 141,452 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 128,798 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 117,936 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 111,562 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 169,935 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 7 Aug 2012 169,935 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 May 2011 97,937 miles

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

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

both front wiper blades smeary

Pass 20 Apr 2010 89,629 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 89,629 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 78,208 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2009 78,208 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2008 64,323 miles

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

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

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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SV54 JFN is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SV54 JFN, 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 SV54 JFN registered?

SV54 JFN is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 2 February 2005.

Is SV54 JFN safe to buy?

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