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W12 MSO

2005 Audi A8

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

138,386 mi
Last recorded138,386 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW12 MSO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 138,386 miles

Steering box leaking oil pump (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 126,215 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 125,436 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 124,637 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 11 Nov 2020 120,000 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 119,242 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 117,666 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2017 104,649 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 96,192 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)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2015 90,530 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Apr 2015 86,026 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Nearside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Offside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2014 68,556 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 50,958 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 46,705 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 43,124 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 36,941 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 27,715 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 23,190 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 MSO is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 MSO, 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 MSO?

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What year was W12 MSO registered?

W12 MSO is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is W12 MSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W12 MSO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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