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MK06 GXF

2006 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

99,421 mi
Last recorded99,421 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK06 GXF
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 99,421 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Apr 2026 99,407 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components upright where ball joints are attached at top weakened (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Mar 2026 99,387 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 95,346 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 93,370 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 90,808 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2023 90,806 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn [rear] arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn [rear]arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [front] (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 88,918 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 87,170 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 86,293 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 84,074 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [rear inner arms] BOTH SIDES! (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front both front tyres worn on shoulders!

Pass 28 Mar 2018 81,569 miles

Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all four upper suspension arms inner bushes (2.4.G.2)

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2017 76,665 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 76,665 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 71,489 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

oil leak from gearbox area

Pass 10 Feb 2015 67,867 miles

oil leak from gearbox/engine

Fail 10 Feb 2015 67,867 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

oil leak from gearbox/engine

Pass 10 Feb 2014 60,378 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 53,368 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 43,287 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 35,609 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 28,934 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 23,271 miles

All four tyres becoming low in tread.

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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MK06 GXF is a 2006 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MK06 GXF, 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 MK06 GXF registered?

MK06 GXF is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 28 March 2006.

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