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RX56 SWJ

2006 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,007 mi
Last recorded124,007 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX56 SWJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2020 124,007 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2019 118,090 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 109,257 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 108,719 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 108,192 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 93,911 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 84,680 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2012 76,231 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 88,515 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 71,661 miles

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)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 53,776 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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RX56 SWJ is a 2006 Audi A8 in Grey with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RX56 SWJ, 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 RX56 SWJ registered?

RX56 SWJ is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is RX56 SWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX56 SWJ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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