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W23 JAF

2005 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,496 mi
Last recorded75,496 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW23 JAF
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 75,496 miles

both front antiroll bar link rod rubbers starting to split/ wear

both front suspension rear top arms inner bushes starting to crack/ perish

Pass 16 Sep 2016 64,457 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 60,330 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 52,374 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jan 2014 44,443 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 35,262 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 29,748 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 26,092 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 20,857 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 20,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front wipers smearing

Pass 22 Apr 2008 15,758 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 15,758 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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W23 JAF is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 W23 JAF, 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 W23 JAF registered?

W23 JAF is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is W23 JAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W23 JAF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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