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ML56 CWX

2006 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

184,005 mi
Last recorded184,005 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML56 CWX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 184,005 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 162,063 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 144,893 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2019 123,435 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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))

Fail 9 Oct 2019 123,396 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 119,435 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 113,623 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 107,666 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 100,732 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges?

Slight exhaust leak from EGR pipe?

Pass 16 Sep 2014 93,389 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 87,171 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 80,606 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 74,376 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 67,219 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 60,325 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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ML56 CWX is a 2006 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 ML56 CWX, 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 ML56 CWX registered?

ML56 CWX is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is ML56 CWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML56 CWX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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