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YF05 JKU

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

134,323 mi
Last recorded134,323 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF05 JKU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2016 134,323 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 125,436 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 116,764 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 108,010 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 97,699 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 97,699 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 86,032 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 75,142 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 75,142 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 59,875 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 47,108 miles

cut in offside rear tyre tread

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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YF05 JKU is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YF05 JKU, 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 YF05 JKU registered?

YF05 JKU is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is YF05 JKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF05 JKU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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