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LV55 ZTW

2006 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

223,979 mi
Last recorded223,979 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2021
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 ZTW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2021 223,979 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 217,266 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 212,571 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 206,266 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 197,270 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Advise replacement ASAP (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 183,934 miles

Both front tyres worn smooth on inner edges

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

Pass 29 Jul 2015 152,570 miles

Engine check light on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2014 132,157 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 132,150 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 106,727 miles

engine light on

Pass 27 Jul 2012 78,775 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 76,867 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 72,115 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 72,115 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2009 52,399 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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LV55 ZTW is a 2006 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LV55 ZTW, 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 LV55 ZTW registered?

LV55 ZTW is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 6 January 2006.

Is LV55 ZTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV55 ZTW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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