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RJ56 SXS

2006 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

188,252 mi
Last recorded188,252 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ56 SXS
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2017 188,252 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 183,436 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 159,905 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jan 2014 137,471 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2014 137,461 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Nov 2012 114,881 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 94,905 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 71,976 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)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 56,905 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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RJ56 SXS is a 2006 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,976cc diesel 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 RJ56 SXS, 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 RJ56 SXS?

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What year was RJ56 SXS registered?

RJ56 SXS is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is RJ56 SXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ56 SXS 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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