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OV55 YPL

2006 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

178,296 mi
Last recorded178,296 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 YPL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2016 178,296 miles

Front Bumper insecure ()

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 176,025 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 173,547 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 157,894 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 147,053 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2013 147,052 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 137,960 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 126,283 miles

both front tyres bald on inner edges advise relpacement asap....

front roll bar "c" links worn...

Pass 8 Feb 2011 102,621 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 77,367 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 45,851 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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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OV55 YPL is a 2006 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OV55 YPL, 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 OV55 YPL registered?

OV55 YPL is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 9 February 2006.

Is OV55 YPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV55 YPL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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