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WU55 PHF

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

215,435 mi
Last recorded215,435 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU55 PHF
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2021 215,435 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 205,475 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Mar 2020 205,471 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 193,182 miles

both front tyres running off on inner edges

Fail 19 Mar 2019 192,907 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

both front tyres running off on inner edges

Pass 17 Mar 2018 179,457 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 163,920 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 142,329 miles

emil lamp on

Pass 7 Mar 2015 131,427 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 116,735 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 105,237 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 96,390 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 81,084 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010
Pass 30 Sep 2009

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 71,311 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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WU55 PHF is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WU55 PHF, 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 WU55 PHF registered?

WU55 PHF is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is WU55 PHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU55 PHF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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