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S8 BYU

2006 Audi S8

Black Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

127,842 mi
Last recorded127,842 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 Audi S881,986 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS8 BYU
MakeAudi
ModelS8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 127,842 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Aug 2019 127,842 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 126,125 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 124,088 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 124,088 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 118,691 miles

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

Nearside 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)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2015 101,800 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 95,643 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 92,675 miles

both rear tyre VERY close to legal limit

Pass 28 Aug 2012 89,052 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 84,862 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 81,986 miles

How Reliable is the Audi S8?

Based on 5,839 MOT tests across 475 vehicles.

78.2%
Pass Rate
5,181
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
475
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 155
constant velocity joint gaiter split 120
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 86
position lamp(s) not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 78
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S8 BYU is a 2006 Audi S8 in Black with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Audi S8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 81,986 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 S8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S8 BYU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi S8 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Audi S8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S8 BYU registered?

S8 BYU is a 2006 Audi S8, first registered on 14 September 2006.

Is S8 BYU safe to buy?

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