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LS05 DJE

2005 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,565 mi
Last recorded27,565 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2012
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 DJE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2012 27,565 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 23,052 miles

Front reg.plate shows signs of deterioration.

N/S/R Tyre shows signs of age deterioration.

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 19,890 miles

Nearside Rear 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 14 Apr 2008 16,578 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 16,578 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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LS05 DJE is a 2005 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,976cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LS05 DJE, 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 LS05 DJE registered?

LS05 DJE is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is LS05 DJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS05 DJE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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