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A8 XHO

2006 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

185,354 mi
Last recorded185,354 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 XHO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 185,354 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2022 282,784 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 164,518 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 154,453 miles

Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REARS (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Dec 2019 154,452 miles

Offside Front Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REARS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 140,900 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 138,566 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 129,996 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 120,191 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 112,653 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 101,143 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 92,146 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 92,146 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 81,728 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 8 Oct 2010 75,225 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 65,926 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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A8 XHO is a 2006 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2006 Audi A8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 101,435 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 A8 XHO, 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 20 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 A8 XHO registered?

A8 XHO is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 19 October 2006.

Is A8 XHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 XHO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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