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VU55 LSK

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

125,874 mi
Last recorded125,874 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU55 LSK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2015 125,874 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 117,681 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2014 117,681 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 109,329 miles

tyre pressure light on

Pass 19 Sep 2012 98,109 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 87,079 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 63,832 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 29 Sep 2009 63,832 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 45,637 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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VU55 LSK is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VU55 LSK, 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 VU55 LSK registered?

VU55 LSK is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is VU55 LSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU55 LSK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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