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LV04 HAM

2005 Audi A8

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

140,729 mi
Last recorded140,729 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV04 HAM
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2025 140,729 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear n/s and o/s frame, prescribed area, springs, arms and others suspension components corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2024 140,713 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under trys cant see all componets

Pass 18 Feb 2023 139,595 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 139,481 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 139,184 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 138,421 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 137,806 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 136,898 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2016 134,019 miles

Bushes in front upper suspension arms are deteriorating.

Covers & trays preventing access to some components.

Front brake discs are showing signs of wear & corrosion.

Front brake pads look low.

Right hand front flexible section of exhaust is leaking slightly.

Pass 26 May 2015 128,423 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2014 119,700 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 109,137 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 96,388 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 88,066 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 72,720 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 57,891 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 41,127 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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LV04 HAM is a 2005 Audi A8 in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LV04 HAM, 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 LV04 HAM registered?

LV04 HAM is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 9 May 2005.

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