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YP55 XCB

2005 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

135,779 mi
Last recorded135,779 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2024
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP55 XCB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2024 135,779 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2024 135,779 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 134,006 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 130,952 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 127,147 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 123,459 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 119,005 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 112,693 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 108,851 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 96,203 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 23 Dec 2011 76,089 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2011 76,089 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 66,018 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 48,697 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 40,448 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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YP55 XCB is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YP55 XCB, 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.

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What year was YP55 XCB registered?

YP55 XCB is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 18 December 2005.

Is YP55 XCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP55 XCB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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