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LD06 TPX

2006 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

139,197 mi
Last recorded139,197 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD06 TPX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2021 139,197 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

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

power steering noise

Fail 25 Jan 2021 139,197 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

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

power steering noise

Pass 13 Feb 2020 135,114 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH FRONT (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH REAR (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH UPPER (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH UPPER (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2020 135,114 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH FRONT (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH REAR (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH UPPER (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH UPPER (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 129,426 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 124,525 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 119,414 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 114,487 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 26 Jan 2016 114,491 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 109,435 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 102,967 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 27 Jan 2014 102,967 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 97,466 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 92,935 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 92,935 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 84,237 miles

Emissions too clean to test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 77,609 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 65,490 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 65,490 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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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LD06 TPX is a 2006 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 LD06 TPX, 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 LD06 TPX registered?

LD06 TPX is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 30 March 2006.

Is LD06 TPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD06 TPX shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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