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YY55 PBZ

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

154,478 mi
Last recorded154,478 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY55 PBZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2016 154,478 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 142,940 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 136,035 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 114,580 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 89,232 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2010 89,205 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2009 70,228 miles

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 18 Dec 2008 51,853 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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YY55 PBZ is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YY55 PBZ, 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 YY55 PBZ registered?

YY55 PBZ is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 21 December 2005.

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The MOT history for YY55 PBZ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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