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YX05 LUL

2005 Audi A8

Black Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

134,602 mi
Last recorded134,602 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX05 LUL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 134,602 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 119,330 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 112,837 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 112,837 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 105,204 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 103,388 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 98,238 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 90,383 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 81,561 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 70,006 miles

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

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)

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

Fail 3 Jun 2011 70,006 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

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)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 95,793 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 72,457 miles

ALL TYRES WEARING ON EDGES

Fail 16 Jun 2009 71,895 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

ALL TYRES WEARING ON EDGES

Pass 6 Jun 2008 32,488 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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YX05 LUL is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YX05 LUL, 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 YX05 LUL registered?

YX05 LUL is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is YX05 LUL safe to buy?

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