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GD05 CMU

2005 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

197,897 mi
Last recorded197,897 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD05 CMU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 197,897 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 170,319 miles

under-tray fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2015 140,004 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 126,200 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 202,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Outer Direction indicators has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Outer Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 117,550 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 113,375 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 109,355 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 82,018 miles

brake pad low level worning lamp is on on dash.

Pass 3 Apr 2009 41,968 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 19,073 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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GD05 CMU is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GD05 CMU, 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 GD05 CMU registered?

GD05 CMU is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is GD05 CMU safe to buy?

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