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LX55 KZB

2006 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

180,483 mi
Last recorded180,483 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 KZB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 180,483 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 165,497 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 165,216 miles

Central Exhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

discs warn on frot

Pass 11 May 2016 154,430 miles

Front discs corroding

Pass 2 Apr 2015 139,561 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 126,201 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 117,892 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2012 104,797 miles

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 14 Jan 2011 92,489 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres out of shape slightly

Pass 30 Dec 2009 79,863 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2009 79,585 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 67,250 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 44,933 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 31,317 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 KZB is a 2006 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LX55 KZB, 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 KZB registered?

LX55 KZB is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 22 February 2006.

Is LX55 KZB safe to buy?

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