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OY56 UHB

2006 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

166,706 mi
Last recorded166,706 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2013
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY56 UHB
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2013 166,706 miles

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)

front suspension bushes are worn

nearside front tyre outer wall has a cut in it

Pass 6 Oct 2012 135,748 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear brake discs lipped

rear brake pads low

Fail 6 Oct 2012 135,748 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre bald on inner edge

rear brake discs lipped

rear brake pads low

Pass 9 May 2011 80,858 miles

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

front brake discs are worn

vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Pass 23 Nov 2009 47,882 miles

vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

Fail 10 Nov 2009 47,702 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

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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OY56 UHB is a 2006 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 OY56 UHB, 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 OY56 UHB registered?

OY56 UHB is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 12 September 2006.

Is OY56 UHB safe to buy?

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