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OY06 VBU

2006 Audi A8

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

108,175 mi
Last recorded108,175 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY06 VBU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 108,175 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 94,586 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 82,167 miles

Passemger rear exterior door handle very loose

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 64,342 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 54,763 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 44,769 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 35,352 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2010 35,352 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2009 25,208 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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OY06 VBU is a 2006 Audi A8 in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OY06 VBU, 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 OY06 VBU registered?

OY06 VBU is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 15 March 2006.

Is OY06 VBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY06 VBU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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