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V3 MST

2006 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

65,829 mi
Last recorded65,829 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2013
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV3 MST
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2013 65,829 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 65,829 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 55,109 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 55,109 miles

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 43,370 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 43,333 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 29,645 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 20,724 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)

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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V3 MST is a 2006 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V3 MST, 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 V3 MST registered?

V3 MST is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is V3 MST safe to buy?

The MOT history for V3 MST shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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