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GL05 UTF

2005 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

172,238 mi
Last recorded172,238 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2016 172,238 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 18 Jul 2016 172,214 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 156,128 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 156,114 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Parking brake not fitted on at least two wheels (3.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2014 140,199 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 140,182 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7) DANGEROUS

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2013 129,472 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 111,561 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jul 2011 105,277 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 105,277 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 91,110 miles

n/s/r/ tyre has two cuts in it

Pass 15 Mar 2009 76,634 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 54,393 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges...

nearside rear tyre 2mm...

offside front foglamp broken...

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 UTF is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UTF, 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 GL05 UTF registered?

GL05 UTF is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is GL05 UTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL05 UTF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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