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OV55 YRW

2006 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

174,541 mi
Last recorded174,541 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 YRW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 174,541 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 171,721 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 168,782 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 168,780 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

ENG OIL LOW

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

SERVICE LAMP ON

Pass 18 Jan 2023 163,655 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 159,507 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 154,257 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 147,134 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases both front flexi pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 Jan 2020 147,134 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases both front flexi pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 139,594 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 139,594 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 129,836 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 120,186 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 110,973 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 99,165 miles

Nearside Rear 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 21 Feb 2014 88,134 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 88,134 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 76,640 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 66,120 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 54,259 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 43,319 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 43,312 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2009 30,414 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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OV55 YRW is a 2006 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 OV55 YRW, 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 YRW registered?

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

Is OV55 YRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV55 YRW shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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