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NU56 LMY

2006 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,695 mi
Last recorded154,695 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU56 LMY
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2026 154,695 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 154,622 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 148,854 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 141,851 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 135,941 miles

Emissions to clean

Pass 26 Oct 2020 132,870 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 127,841 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine cover.

under shields.

Pass 20 Oct 2018 123,547 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under trays fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2017 116,572 miles

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

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

engine cover fitted.

under shield fitted.

Pass 27 Oct 2016 109,282 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 100,838 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 Front 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 26 Sep 2014 93,205 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 85,720 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2012 79,441 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2011 67,762 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 54,512 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 43,417 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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NU56 LMY is a 2006 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NU56 LMY, 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 NU56 LMY registered?

NU56 LMY is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is NU56 LMY safe to buy?

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