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WG05 AVL

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

188,402 mi
Last recorded188,402 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG05 AVL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 188,402 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 182,290 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 176,653 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 166,179 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 154,189 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2014 148,047 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 137,522 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 129,262 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 129,262 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 May 2011 108,863 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 108,518 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 May 2010 90,360 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 70,080 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 44,097 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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WG05 AVL is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WG05 AVL, 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 WG05 AVL registered?

WG05 AVL is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is WG05 AVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG05 AVL shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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