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VE06 XMX

2006 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

166,246 mi
Last recorded166,246 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2022
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE06 XMX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2022 166,246 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 160,743 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 157,742 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 26 Mar 2019 151,820 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

undertrays fitted

Fail 25 Mar 2019 151,818 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front upper arm bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2018 136,559 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)

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

both front disc wearing thin

Pass 14 Mar 2017 115,985 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 108,113 miles

smoke check = 0.11

Pass 19 Mar 2015 91,820 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 77,301 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 77,299 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 66,112 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 59,914 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 51,351 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 43,521 miles

unable to measure an emissions reading

Pass 8 Jul 2009 36,082 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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VE06 XMX is a 2006 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 XMX, 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 XMX registered?

VE06 XMX is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 12 July 2006.

Is VE06 XMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE06 XMX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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