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SY56 DKJ

2006 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

153,382 mi
Last recorded153,382 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY56 DKJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 153,382 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2023 145,976 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2023 145,789 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 139,886 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 133,009 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 127,229 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 120,968 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 108,776 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 93,035 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 80,070 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 65,920 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 53,992 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 43,171 miles

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

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

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

nail in o/s/f tyre ;

Pass 4 Oct 2011 33,608 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 23,480 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 19,920 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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SY56 DKJ is a 2006 Audi A8 in Silver with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SY56 DKJ, 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 SY56 DKJ registered?

SY56 DKJ is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is SY56 DKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY56 DKJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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