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LR55 UME

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

131,538 mi
Last recorded131,538 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 UME
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2014 131,538 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 126,027 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 115,645 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 172,076 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 147,445 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 114,750 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 114,750 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 82,478 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 41,605 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 31,901 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 UME is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 UME, 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 UME registered?

LR55 UME is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 24 October 2005.

Is LR55 UME safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 UME shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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