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GX56 BFM

2006 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,126 mi
Last recorded96,126 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX56 BFM
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 96,126 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 95,585 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 90,507 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 76,630 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has nail in

Pass 17 Mar 2015 73,500 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 69,365 miles

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

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

steering noisey, vehicle has under tray so cannot see steering components

Fail 18 Mar 2014 69,363 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

steering noisey, vehicle has under tray so cannot see steering components

Pass 15 Nov 2011 112,399 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Nov 2011 112,398 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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GX56 BFM is a 2006 Audi A8 in Blue with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GX56 BFM, 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 GX56 BFM registered?

GX56 BFM is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 9 September 2006.

Is GX56 BFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX56 BFM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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