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GK55 UMT

2005 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

145,217 mi
Last recorded145,217 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 UMT
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2016 145,217 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 130,532 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 123,200 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 123,687 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 120,115 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 110,123 miles

Park brake switch broken.

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 17 Sep 2009 83,010 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 90,241 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 76,128 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 UMT is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 GK55 UMT, 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 UMT registered?

GK55 UMT is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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