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EO05 XSE

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,498 mi
Last recorded108,498 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO05 XSE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2014 108,498 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2014 108,498 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 102,560 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 92,692 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 92,687 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 83,090 miles

Rear brake discs slightly worn.

Pass 5 Mar 2010 74,206 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 61,725 miles

Front and rear tyres wearing low (on 3-4mm of tread).

Pass 22 Feb 2008 49,448 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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EO05 XSE is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 EO05 XSE, 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 EO05 XSE registered?

EO05 XSE is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is EO05 XSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO05 XSE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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