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KW55 XJA

2006 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

170,933 mi
Last recorded170,933 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW55 XJA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2018 170,933 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp lens cracked but sharp edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Jan 2018 170,933 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working sticking on (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front fog lamp lens cracked but sharp edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine management illuminated

Pass 19 Jan 2017 159,379 miles

engine management light illuminated

Fail 19 Jan 2017 159,379 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine management light illuminated

Pass 22 Dec 2015 144,360 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 144,358 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 130,620 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 130,620 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jan 2014 113,530 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 97,217 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 83,730 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 6 Jan 2011 71,904 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 61,101 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Dec 2008 48,802 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

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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KW55 XJA 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 71.4%.

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 KW55 XJA, 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 KW55 XJA registered?

KW55 XJA is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 2 January 2006.

Is KW55 XJA safe to buy?

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