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LV56 DKA

2006 Audi S8

Black Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

104,545 mi
Last recorded104,545 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi S881,986 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV56 DKA
MakeAudi
ModelS8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 104,545 miles

Brake warning light on

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 11 Aug 2025 104,536 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake warning light on

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 104,522 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 103,816 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))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 101,497 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2021 98,204 miles

Under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Pass 2 Mar 2020 96,093 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 94,360 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

cut in offside front tyre outer wall

undertrays fitted, signs of engine oil leak

Fail 5 Mar 2019 94,360 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

cut in offside front tyre outer wall

undertrays fitted, signs of engine oil leak

Pass 12 Feb 2018 91,307 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 86,120 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 76,944 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 69,107 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 63,463 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 54,891 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 45,800 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 39,595 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 33,185 miles

How Reliable is the Audi S8?

Based on 5,839 MOT tests across 475 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
5,181
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
475
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 155
constant velocity joint gaiter split 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 86
position lamp(s) not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78
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LV56 DKA is a 2006 Audi S8 in Black with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Audi S8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 81,986 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi S8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV56 DKA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S8 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Audi S8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LV56 DKA registered?

LV56 DKA is a 2006 Audi S8, first registered on 24 October 2006.

Is LV56 DKA safe to buy?

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