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VHZ 1169

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

129,572 mi
Last recorded129,572 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHZ 1169
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 129,572 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Jul 2024 120,904 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 116,781 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2023 116,781 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 109,557 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2021 102,288 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2020 93,546 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 91,769 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 86,396 miles

movement in both front lower suspension arm inner rear bushes

Pass 26 Oct 2017 76,849 miles

Offside Front side light dimmer than other side

Fail 26 Oct 2017 76,849 miles

Offside Front side light dimmer than other side

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 59,188 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 33,465 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 29,634 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 26,888 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 23,753 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 20,542 miles

Nearside Rear 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 18 Nov 2010 16,789 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 13,580 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 10,677 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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VHZ 1169 is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VHZ 1169, 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 VHZ 1169 registered?

VHZ 1169 is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is VHZ 1169 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHZ 1169 shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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