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YK05 ULP

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

131,294 mi
Last recorded131,294 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 ULP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 131,294 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 120,651 miles

Covers fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2015 109,069 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 96,232 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 89,885 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 78,885 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 69,239 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 59,218 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 59,218 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 50,659 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 50,659 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 38,210 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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YK05 ULP is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YK05 ULP, 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 YK05 ULP registered?

YK05 ULP is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is YK05 ULP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK05 ULP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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