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FV05 LDD

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

201,983 mi
Last recorded201,983 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 LDD
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2016 201,983 miles

nearside front tyre close to limit borderline

Pass 7 Feb 2015 189,218 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 171,448 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Wear to both front tyres on edges

Pass 1 Feb 2013 150,400 miles

Chips on screen

Condition of wiper blades

Pass 30 Aug 2011 115,275 miles

Slight play in steering rack

Wear to all 4 tyres on edges

Pass 13 May 2010 82,421 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 82,399 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2009 61,189 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 9 Apr 2009 60,992 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 40,362 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 LDD is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FV05 LDD, 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 LDD registered?

FV05 LDD is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 13 May 2005.

Is FV05 LDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 LDD shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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