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GU05 YSE

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

160,782 mi
Last recorded160,782 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2012
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 YSE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2012 160,782 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 150,592 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 150,592 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 136,696 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 111,246 miles

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

osr tyre small cut

Pass 18 Apr 2008 100,624 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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GU05 YSE is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GU05 YSE, 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 GU05 YSE registered?

GU05 YSE is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is GU05 YSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU05 YSE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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