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WF05 LVW

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

225,133 mi
Last recorded225,133 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF05 LVW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 225,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 218,617 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 211,475 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 199,225 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 199,225 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 196,989 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 190,402 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 177,418 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 177,418 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 170,875 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 148,852 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 125,583 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 125,583 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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)

front tyres worn inner edges

nail in o/s/r tyre

Pass 12 May 2009 101,941 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 81,786 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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WF05 LVW is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WF05 LVW, 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 WF05 LVW registered?

WF05 LVW is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is WF05 LVW safe to buy?

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