2005 Audi A8 6.0L Petrol · W12 OAM

The most recent MOT on 2026-05-02 recorded a failure due to the offside front headlamp not working on dipped beam and incorrect aim. These issues are technical but not immediately safety-critical, though they may indicate electrical or alignment faults. The same mileage (123,625 miles) was used for both the pass and fail entries, suggesting the vehicle has not been driven significantly since the last test. The 2023-04-18 MOT revealed more serious issues, including an ABS fault, an incorrect registration plate, and a parking brake efficiency below 50%. These suggest potential brake system degradation or tampering, which could compromise safety. The 2025-05-05 test noted a minor exhaust leak and a discolored rear direction indicator, both of which are less severe but still indicative of wear. The 2024-05-10 test was clean, but this was over a year before the latest failure. The pattern shows intermittent issues rather than a consistent worsening trend. While the 2023 failure included critical brake and safety concerns, the most recent failure is less severe. However, the vehicle’s low mileage (5,887 miles per year) raises questions about usage.