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HV05 LTY

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

220,616 mi
Last recorded220,616 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV05 LTY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2016 220,616 miles

Front Lower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 210,185 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 195,017 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 195,017 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 157,459 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 157,459 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 126,089 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 93,861 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

minor split in nearside front outer tyre wall

Pass 16 Mar 2010 90,208 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 86,135 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 84,264 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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HV05 LTY is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HV05 LTY, 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 HV05 LTY registered?

HV05 LTY is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is HV05 LTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV05 LTY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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