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SV55 DEY

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

167,140 mi
Last recorded167,140 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV55 DEY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 167,140 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 153,124 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 150,123 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 141,653 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 132,211 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 132,210 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2018 128,812 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 125,676 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2017 121,338 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 120,161 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 114,352 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 106,443 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 88,701 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 77,731 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 68,184 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 61,940 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 46,397 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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SV55 DEY is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 SV55 DEY, 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 SV55 DEY registered?

SV55 DEY is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 17 October 2005.

Is SV55 DEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV55 DEY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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