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LR05 GNK

2005 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

157,669 mi
Last recorded157,669 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR05 GNK
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2016 157,669 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 153,768 miles

o/s/r lamp lense damaged

Fail 17 Dec 2015 153,755 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 135,607 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 113,906 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 103,262 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 89,593 miles

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

front brake disc worn & lipped

rear brake disc worn & lipped

Pass 24 Jun 2010 75,993 miles

front discas(both) are slightly worn.

rear discs (both) are slightly worn.

Fail 24 Jun 2010 75,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front discas(both) are slightly worn.

rear discs (both) are slightly worn.

Pass 28 May 2009 58,817 miles

front wipers starting to smear

Pass 14 Feb 2008 38,103 miles

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

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

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

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

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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LR05 GNK is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black 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 LR05 GNK, 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 LR05 GNK registered?

LR05 GNK is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is LR05 GNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR05 GNK 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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