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AE56 YCF

2006 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

171,741 mi
Last recorded171,741 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2020
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 YCF
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2020 171,741 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 12 Mar 2019 167,002 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 160,190 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 145,611 miles

engine covers fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2016 126,796 miles

Nearside Front child seat fitted

Nearside Rear child seat fitted

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Mar 2015 114,848 miles

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Feb 2015 114,382 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Both front tyres wearing on edges

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2014 101,537 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2013 88,029 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 81,830 miles

both front tyres slightly worn on inner edges

Pass 14 Feb 2011 57,875 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 35,893 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 20 Jan 2010 35,893 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 35,781 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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AE56 YCF is a 2006 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AE56 YCF, 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 AE56 YCF registered?

AE56 YCF is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 10 November 2006.

Is AE56 YCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE56 YCF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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