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YG05 KNH

2005 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

148,107 mi
Last recorded148,107 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2013
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG05 KNH
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Nov 2013 148,107 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s/f wheel slightly beend

Pass 26 Nov 2013 148,107 miles

n/s/f wheel slightly beend

Pass 27 Nov 2012 138,067 miles

Air bag light on

Pass 28 Nov 2011 128,684 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 112,649 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Oct 2010 112,645 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 64,890 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Tyre low pressure warning is illuminated

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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YG05 KNH is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YG05 KNH, 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 YG05 KNH registered?

YG05 KNH is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is YG05 KNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG05 KNH shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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