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WL54 GXW

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

191,406 mi
Last recorded191,406 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2012
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL54 GXW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2012 191,406 miles

offside rear tyre worn uneven on inner edge advise replacing

Fail 2 Jun 2012 191,389 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge uneven

Pass 20 Jun 2011 149,047 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 104,754 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 102,466 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 76,875 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 70,589 miles

o/s/f tyre worn close to limit?

Pass 28 Jan 2008 58,316 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 58,316 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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WL54 GXW is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 WL54 GXW, 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 WL54 GXW registered?

WL54 GXW is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 11 January 2005.

Is WL54 GXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL54 GXW shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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