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GW05 LET

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

106,865 mi
Last recorded106,865 miles
Recorded on13 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW05 LET
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2022 106,865 miles

engine light on

Pass 12 Apr 2021 106,058 miles

Nearside head lamp washer pipe leaking

Pass 30 Mar 2020 104,594 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 104,573 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2019 101,918 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2019 101,918 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 98,342 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 93,936 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

windscreen wipers poor condition

Pass 25 Apr 2016 89,346 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 89,346 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 84,280 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2014 79,163 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2013 72,052 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 63,849 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 55,448 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 45,244 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 36,937 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 36,937 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 16 May 2008 29,033 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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GW05 LET is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 GW05 LET, 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 GW05 LET registered?

GW05 LET is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is GW05 LET safe to buy?

The MOT history for GW05 LET shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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