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W12 DNA

2005 Audi A8

Purple Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,086 mi
Last recorded103,086 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW12 DNA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2025 103,086 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 102,874 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 101,555 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 100,234 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 95,373 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 91,992 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 90,619 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 89,324 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 87,554 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 85,522 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 83,532 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 81,832 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 79,159 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 76,595 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 72,930 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 67,895 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 54,508 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2008 31,553 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 DNA is a 2005 Audi A8 in Purple with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DNA, 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 W12 DNA?

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What year was W12 DNA registered?

W12 DNA is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 21 January 2005.

Is W12 DNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W12 DNA shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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