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FB05 HWP

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,264 mi
Last recorded87,264 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB05 HWP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2014 87,264 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs slightly worn and starting to corrode

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

rear brake discs slightly worn

Fail 18 Nov 2013 87,258 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs slightly worn and starting to corrode

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

offside rear tyre just over 2mm

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 24 Oct 2012 81,678 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front and rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 14 Nov 2011 76,410 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 61,881 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

covers front to rear and sill covers fitted

front tyres wearing on inner edges and damaged close to exposing inner cords

Pass 4 Nov 2010 61,881 miles

covers front to rear and sill covers fitted

front tyres wearing on inner edges and damaged close to exposing inner cords

Pass 2 Nov 2009 55,445 miles

covers front to rear under vehicle

front brake discs slightly worn

nearside headlamp beam pattern slightly out of focus

rear brake pads getting low??

sill covers fitted

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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FB05 HWP is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FB05 HWP, 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.

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What year was FB05 HWP registered?

FB05 HWP is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is FB05 HWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB05 HWP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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