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GK55 RCF

2005 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,237 mi
Last recorded60,237 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 RCF
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 18 Dec 2025 60,237 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front and rear arm bushes are starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust flexi has impact damage

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front and rear arm bushes are starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 58,878 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 57,647 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 56,827 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 56,548 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 56,139 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 55,475 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 54,878 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 54,046 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 53,709 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 53,329 miles

Electronic parking brake control repaired, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

Pass 21 May 2013 51,154 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 49,381 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 48,007 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 32,967 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 28,903 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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GK55 RCF is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GK55 RCF, 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 GK55 RCF registered?

GK55 RCF is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 2 September 2005.

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