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OU06 XEG

2006 Audi A8

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

268,676 mi
Last recorded268,676 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU06 XEG
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 268,676 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 268,443 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 267,500 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 267,097 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 163,892 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 159,068 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 154,732 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 151,875 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 149,064 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 149,064 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 140,662 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 130,977 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 91,168 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 73,861 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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OU06 XEG is a 2006 Audi A8 in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 OU06 XEG, 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

How do I check the history of OU06 XEG?

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What year was OU06 XEG registered?

OU06 XEG is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 6 March 2006.

Is OU06 XEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU06 XEG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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