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GP05 UCG

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

133,471 mi
Last recorded133,471 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 UCG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2019 133,471 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 120,117 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces of both front discs worn and corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 118,412 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 114,304 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 25 Jun 2015 107,712 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 103,579 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 106,560 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 92,946 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 31 Jul 2012 83,996 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 83,996 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 75,017 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 64,759 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 51,629 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 51,629 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 38,330 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 38,330 miles

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

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

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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GP05 UCG is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GP05 UCG, 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 GP05 UCG registered?

GP05 UCG is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 17 August 2005.

Is GP05 UCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP05 UCG shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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