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KM56 TSO

2006 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

178,468 mi
Last recorded178,468 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM56 TSO
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 178,468 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front brake hose slightly twisted

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Dec 2025 178,372 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 170,818 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 160,794 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

engine cover/under trays/sill covers

Fail 1 Dec 2023 160,794 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

engine cover/under trays/sill covers

Pass 9 Dec 2022 150,908 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

under-trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2021 147,664 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 147,644 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn very back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn very back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 144,996 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under-trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 24 Nov 2020 144,996 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under-trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2019 132,452 miles

undertray fitted

Fail 8 Jun 2019 132,452 miles

Front Vehicle Identification Number not legible honey coombe (0.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Vehicle Identification Number not legible honey coomb (0.2 (b))

undertray fitted

Pass 5 Jun 2018 114,942 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 104,650 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 100,061 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 94,859 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Pass 13 Aug 2014 89,959 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 86,765 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 79,240 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 74,195 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 68,515 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 61,324 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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KM56 TSO is a 2006 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 KM56 TSO, 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 KM56 TSO registered?

KM56 TSO is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 7 November 2006.

Is KM56 TSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM56 TSO shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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