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W12 AWE

2005 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,128 mi
Last recorded78,128 miles
Recorded on30 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW12 AWE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2015 78,128 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2014 71,431 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 65,797 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 51,237 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 51,237 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 40,647 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 34,721 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 28,024 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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W12 AWE is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W12 AWE, 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 W12 AWE registered?

W12 AWE is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is W12 AWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W12 AWE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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