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GL05 BWC

2005 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

134,603 mi
Last recorded134,603 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 BWC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 134,603 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides bush is weak,very slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 124,711 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 111,409 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 111,409 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 105,639 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Mar 2019 96,448 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2019 96,207 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2018 81,950 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 66,613 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 1 Apr 2016 49,374 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 34,030 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 23,984 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 14,447 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 14,131 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 13,133 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 11,660 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 10,858 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 9,697 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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GL05 BWC is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GL05 BWC, 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 GL05 BWC registered?

GL05 BWC is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is GL05 BWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL05 BWC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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