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S80 SHJ

2006 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,569 mi
Last recorded89,569 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS80 SHJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 2 Jan 2026 89,569 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 89,439 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 89,010 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 86,769 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 86,462 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 86,126 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 86,054 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 85,265 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 82,748 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 78,641 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 76,352 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 70,683 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 May 2013 68,100 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 63,842 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 24 May 2011 58,641 miles

Nearside Inner Front Upper Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Upper Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 56,943 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 40,312 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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S80 SHJ is a 2006 Audi A8 in Grey with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 S80 SHJ, 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 S80 SHJ registered?

S80 SHJ is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is S80 SHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S80 SHJ shows 17 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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