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OO03 BBS

2006 Audi A8

Silver Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

154,786 mi
Last recorded154,786 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOO03 BBS
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2026 154,786 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 154,610 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 May 2025 154,610 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2024 153,862 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 151,647 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 150,738 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 143,023 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 140,101 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 138,453 miles

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 29 Jan 2018 133,730 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 128,351 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2016 109,599 miles

Park brake MIL indicates a fault, however the park brake passed the standard required.

Pass 25 Sep 2014 76,075 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Sep 2014 76,075 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Sep 2014 75,960 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 74,912 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2013 74,912 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 70,467 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 62,284 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 52,183 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 40,790 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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OO03 BBS is a 2006 Audi A8 in Silver with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 OO03 BBS, 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 OO03 BBS registered?

OO03 BBS is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 3 August 2006.

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