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LX55 KZA

2006 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

218,137 mi
Last recorded218,137 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2021
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 KZA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2021 218,137 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 201,000 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 193,921 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Plastic Covers Blocking Full Inspection

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

Pass 16 Jan 2017 179,222 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 165,608 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 151,748 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 151,748 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 137,618 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jan 2013 116,477 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 104,230 miles

both rear tyres starting to wear on outer edges.

Pass 18 Jan 2011 88,806 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 88,806 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 70,683 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 56,588 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 33,612 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 22,566 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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LX55 KZA is a 2006 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LX55 KZA, 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.

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What year was LX55 KZA registered?

LX55 KZA is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 6 February 2006.

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