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AK06 SOU

2006 Audi A8

Beige Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

110,720 mi
Last recorded110,720 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK06 SOU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2018 110,720 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 83,659 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 83,191 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 83,190 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 83,187 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear arm (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 78,439 miles

front anti roll bar link rubbers deteriorated

o/s/f upper suspension arm bush deteriorated

o/s/r tyre sidewall deteriorated 2554019

Pass 17 Apr 2015 75,672 miles

chip in windscreen

Fail 7 Apr 2015 75,672 miles

Front Air suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

chip in windscreen

Pass 21 Dec 2013 65,682 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 55,724 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 38,084 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 25,934 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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AK06 SOU is a 2006 Audi A8 in Beige with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AK06 SOU, 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 AK06 SOU registered?

AK06 SOU is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 2 May 2006.

Is AK06 SOU safe to buy?

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