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FX55 NNU

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

147,523 mi
Last recorded147,523 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 NNU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 147,523 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 143,701 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion on both faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Tarnished (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion on both faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear door central locking inoperative for opening from external handle but can be manually unlocked then opens from outside

Fail 29 May 2024 143,479 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion on both faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Tarnished (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion on both faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear door central locking inoperative for opening from external handle but can be manually unlocked then opens from outside

Pass 6 Jun 2023 135,893 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2023 135,826 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2022 129,066 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 127,239 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 122,624 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 118,408 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 114,562 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 108,912 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 106,454 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 105,706 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 104,767 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 101,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 92,433 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 80,358 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 69,974 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 61,558 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 52,060 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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FX55 NNU is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FX55 NNU, 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 FX55 NNU registered?

FX55 NNU is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is FX55 NNU safe to buy?

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