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VX05 ZLV

2005 Audi A8

White Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

197,326 mi
Last recorded197,326 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 ZLV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2023 197,326 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2023 197,326 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 2 Mar 2016 192,506 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 190,660 miles

EML on

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

O/S/F tyre low on edges

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Slight play in tie-rod`s

Pass 27 Feb 2015 190,660 miles

EML on

O/S/F tyre low on edges

Slight play in tie-rod`s

Pass 29 Jan 2014 172,325 miles

front discs worn

Fail 9 Jan 2014 172,319 miles

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

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

engine light stays on

front discs worn

Pass 12 Jan 2013 152,458 miles

Air bag light on dash

Both near side upper arms , inner bushes cracked

Off side flexi exhaust deteriated

Off side front upper arms , inner bushes cracked

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 116,290 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 79,962 miles

n/s/r tyre getting low on tread

slight exhaust leak

Pass 27 Jul 2009 58,758 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 53,232 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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VX05 ZLV is a 2005 Audi A8 in White with a 5,998cc petrol 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 VX05 ZLV, 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 VX05 ZLV registered?

VX05 ZLV is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 21 July 2005.

Is VX05 ZLV safe to buy?

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