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EX55 WZB

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

77,147 mi
Last recorded77,147 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 WZB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 77,147 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 75,204 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2024 75,204 miles

Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 73,595 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 72,123 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 70,474 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 68,611 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 67,525 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 64,104 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 60,960 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 59,032 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 59,032 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 57,393 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 55,357 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 50,843 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 50,195 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

n/s/f tyre has a cut in its sidewall

o/s/f tyre is worn on both edges

Pass 7 Sep 2010 46,425 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres are worn on their inner edges

o/s/f tyre is worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Aug 2009 36,244 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 26,356 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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EX55 WZB is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 EX55 WZB, 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

How do I check the history of EX55 WZB?

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What year was EX55 WZB registered?

EX55 WZB is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is EX55 WZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX55 WZB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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