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LV55 PXE

2005 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

208,024 mi
Last recorded208,024 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Audi A8100,318 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 PXE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2024 208,024 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 203,907 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 203,584 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 203,215 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 203,215 miles

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2020 199,778 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 190,733 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 177,535 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 163,905 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 148,492 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 131,491 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 118,126 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2013 101,526 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre has worn on the edges

nearside rear tyre has worn on the edges

offside front tyre has worn on the edges

offside rear tyre has worn on the edges

Pass 27 Feb 2012 83,878 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 62,201 miles

rear inner pads earing thin approx 3mm

Pass 17 Dec 2009 56,266 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 43,139 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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LV55 PXE is a 2005 Audi A8 in Silver with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 LV55 PXE, 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 LV55 PXE registered?

LV55 PXE is a 2005 Audi A8, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is LV55 PXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV55 PXE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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