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HJ55 VZB

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

113,595 mi
Last recorded113,595 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 VZB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 113,595 miles

Undertrays, engine covers and plastic sills fitted obscuring the view of some components.

both nearside and offside front upper suspension arms bushes deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

slight blue smoke emitted during emissions test

Pass 13 Sep 2016 104,264 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 94,437 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 85,427 miles

both front tyres are worn on inner edge and are close to cords

Pass 17 Sep 2013 77,951 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2012 70,328 miles

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

left side dipped headlamp aim lower limit

Fail 19 Sep 2012 70,328 miles

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

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

left side dipped headlamp aim lower limit

Fail 15 Sep 2011 63,352 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 63,352 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 55,642 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 44,385 miles

front wipers smeary

Fail 14 Sep 2009 44,385 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front wipers smeary

Pass 4 Sep 2008 32,806 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 32,806 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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 VZB is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HJ55 VZB, 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 HJ55 VZB registered?

HJ55 VZB is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 17 September 2005.

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