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MA06 VKB

2006 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

137,888 mi
Last recorded137,888 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA06 VKB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 137,888 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 135,705 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 131,628 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 129,391 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 126,401 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 122,601 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 120,266 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 117,904 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 116,363 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 109,948 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 101,682 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 93,196 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 93,196 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

both front brake discs worn

both rear brake discs worn

both rear tyres slightly out of shape

Pass 10 Apr 2012 86,618 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 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Apr 2011 73,770 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)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 73,770 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 24 Mar 2010 59,099 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 45,629 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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MA06 VKB is a 2006 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MA06 VKB, 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 MA06 VKB registered?

MA06 VKB is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 23 March 2006.

Is MA06 VKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA06 VKB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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