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EY55 HXR

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

138,571 mi
Last recorded138,571 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY55 HXR
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2020 138,571 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 138,571 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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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EY55 HXR is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 EY55 HXR, 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 EY55 HXR?

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What year was EY55 HXR registered?

EY55 HXR is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is EY55 HXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY55 HXR shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EY55 HXR have outstanding finance?

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