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HJ55 KNU

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,306 mi
Last recorded108,306 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 KNU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2014 108,306 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 95,816 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 95,811 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Coolant leak

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 Jul 2012 937,296 miles

child seat fit at rear

Pass 29 Jun 2011 90,112 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 88,518 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 76,580 miles

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Nearside Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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HJ55 KNU is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HJ55 KNU, 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 HJ55 KNU registered?

HJ55 KNU is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 2 September 2005.

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