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AU56 ZKZ

2006 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,991 mi
Last recorded24,991 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 ZKZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2025 24,991 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 24,176 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 23,015 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 21,787 miles

Front discs corroded on inner surface

Pass 5 Jul 2021 19,770 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 19,117 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 18,508 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 16,377 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 14,370 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 12,759 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 11,741 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 10,352 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2013 9,556 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 8,425 miles

Front anti roll bar c link bushes perished.

Pass 1 Aug 2011 7,328 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 6,871 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 6,312 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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AU56 ZKZ is a 2006 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AU56 ZKZ, 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 AU56 ZKZ registered?

AU56 ZKZ is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 5 September 2006.

Is AU56 ZKZ safe to buy?

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