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FV05 GCO

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

128,172 mi
Last recorded128,172 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 GCO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 128,172 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 128,162 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 124,787 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 122,933 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 121,188 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2019 118,971 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2018 117,879 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 115,657 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 113,527 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 111,054 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 105,963 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 105,963 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 102,978 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 99,518 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 84,845 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 67,583 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 42,032 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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FV05 GCO is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FV05 GCO, 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 FV05 GCO registered?

FV05 GCO is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is FV05 GCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 GCO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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