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YD05 LPB

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

152,047 mi
Last recorded152,047 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD05 LPB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2019 152,047 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 147,817 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 142,387 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 133,337 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 112,291 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

minor oil leak from diff

offside rear tyre has a minor cut on outer wall

Pass 10 May 2014 109,823 miles
Fail 10 May 2014 109,823 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 106,958 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2012 104,116 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 99,109 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 91,217 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 91,217 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres close to wear bands

front number plate cracked

n/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Nov 2009 73,480 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 54,771 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 54,766 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 39,570 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 39,568 miles

Front registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Rear registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

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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YD05 LPB is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 YD05 LPB, 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 YD05 LPB registered?

YD05 LPB is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is YD05 LPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD05 LPB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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