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HJ05 RXA

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

155,002 mi
Last recorded155,002 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ05 RXA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 155,002 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 141,499 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2023 132,895 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 126,432 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Diff Oil Leak

Pass 31 Jan 2022 118,005 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 110,654 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (5.2.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 105,157 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 95,546 miles

Under tray fitted obscuring some items to be inspected

Fail 4 Jun 2018 95,546 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides close to limit,2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Under tray fitted obscuring some items to be inspected

Pass 2 Jun 2016 82,135 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 75,873 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 72,404 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 13 Feb 2012 63,996 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 57,074 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 50,757 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 44,492 miles

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

front tyres on 3mm tread

Pass 14 Feb 2008 36,967 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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HJ05 RXA is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 HJ05 RXA, 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 HJ05 RXA registered?

HJ05 RXA is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 22 March 2005.

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