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LR55 LKV

2005 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

170,936 mi
Last recorded170,936 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 LKV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2018 170,936 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2017 151,395 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 139,500 miles

engine covers undercovers fitted

Pass 11 Feb 2015 131,183 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 122,600 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 119,668 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2011 107,320 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2010 100,601 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 93,891 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2008 87,133 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 87,133 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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LR55 LKV is a 2005 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LR55 LKV, 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 LR55 LKV registered?

LR55 LKV is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is LR55 LKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 LKV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LR55 LKV have outstanding finance?

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