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YM05 BXK

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

114,981 mi
Last recorded114,981 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM05 BXK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2016 114,981 miles

stonechip on windsecreen zone a

Pass 12 Nov 2015
Pass 20 Sep 2014 103,654 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2013 95,864 miles

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

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 86,490 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 78,744 miles

BRAKE PAD WEAR SENSOR INDICATOR LAMP ON

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 78,744 miles

BRAKE PAD WEAR SENSOR INDICATOR LAMP ON

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2010 73,708 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2009 68,969 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 56,248 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 56,248 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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YM05 BXK 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 YM05 BXK, 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 YM05 BXK registered?

YM05 BXK is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 11 July 2005.

Is YM05 BXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM05 BXK 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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