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OE56 RZA

2006 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,641 mi
Last recorded91,641 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2014
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE56 RZA
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2014 91,641 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Dec 2013 73,386 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 73,386 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2012 61,353 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 56,928 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 56,928 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 52,195 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)

emmitions too clean to register!

near and offside front tyres slight damage outer side wall!

Pass 18 Dec 2009 42,200 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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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OE56 RZA is a 2006 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OE56 RZA, 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 OE56 RZA registered?

OE56 RZA is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 18 December 2006.

Is OE56 RZA safe to buy?

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