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VE06 BYU

2006 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

193,247 mi
Last recorded193,247 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE06 BYU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2024 193,247 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front and back (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front and back (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 191,099 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 188,500 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 178,938 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 168,047 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 162,142 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 157,363 miles

Brake pad check light on

Covers fitted upper and lower

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2017 145,631 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 134,039 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 123,299 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2014 111,963 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

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

Pass 8 Nov 2014 111,963 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jun 2013 105,150 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 105,150 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 95,223 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 80,175 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 67,795 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 54,030 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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VE06 BYU is a 2006 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VE06 BYU, 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 VE06 BYU registered?

VE06 BYU is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 26 May 2006.

Is VE06 BYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE06 BYU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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