CarVerify

Free Car Check

T555 AWB

2005 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 5998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

60,715 mi
Last recorded60,715 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationT555 AWB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 60,715 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre screw in tread

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 58,219 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Light on boot lid (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 26 Jun 2025 58,217 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 275/35r20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Light on boot lid (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2024 55,075 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 52,794 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 52,660 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 81,697 miles

both front tyres have cuts on side wall.

Pass 4 Jun 2020 76,021 miles

offside front tyre has cut on side wall.

Pass 1 May 2019 42,250 miles

offside front tyre has cuts on side wall.

Pass 1 May 2018 39,860 miles

offside front tyre has cut in side wall.

Pass 24 Apr 2017 37,979 miles

off side front tyre has cut in side wall.

Pass 29 Apr 2016 35,472 miles

offside front tyre has cut in side wall.

Pass 23 Apr 2015 34,702 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 31,731 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 May 2013 28,732 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)

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

Pass 9 May 2012 25,947 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 24,875 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 21,169 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 17,003 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 15,357 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
Full Audi A8 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

T555 AWB is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 T555 AWB, 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

How do I check the history of T555 AWB?

You can check the full history of T555 AWB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was T555 AWB registered?

T555 AWB is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is T555 AWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T555 AWB shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T555 AWB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on T555 AWB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.