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LV05 DWZ

2005 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

152,111 mi
Last recorded152,111 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 DWZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2021 152,111 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 147,006 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 138,730 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 138,714 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 127,448 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 125,009 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 121,063 miles

emmissions are considerably higher than manufacturers guidline figures

Pass 12 Mar 2015 182,591 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 107,586 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 102,478 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 97,965 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 93,052 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 84,814 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 78,699 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 78,699 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

engine will not rev above 1500rpm

Fail 26 Jun 2008 78,565 miles

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

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

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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LV05 DWZ is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LV05 DWZ, 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 LV05 DWZ registered?

LV05 DWZ is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is LV05 DWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 DWZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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