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HV55 YTH

2005 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

282,421 mi
Last recorded282,421 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 YTH
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 282,421 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 168,283 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 166,433 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 164,904 miles

Dash light indicating parking brake malfunction no fault found during test

Engine check light on

Pass 10 Sep 2013 153,154 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 10 Sep 2013 153,154 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 131,238 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 108,858 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 90,078 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 72,731 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 72,715 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 49,824 miles

Front wipers begining to smear screen

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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HV55 YTH is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HV55 YTH, 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 HV55 YTH registered?

HV55 YTH is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is HV55 YTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV55 YTH shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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