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VF55 UPJ

2006 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

124,826 mi
Last recorded124,826 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF55 UPJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2022 124,826 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 118,243 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2021 118,243 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 112,549 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 100,061 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 90,101 miles

engine cover/under covers fitted

Pass 6 Jan 2017 88,747 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 83,761 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 83,761 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2014 78,867 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2013 72,454 miles

Offside rear tyre has a cut in sidewall but not exposing ply chords

Pass 3 Dec 2012 64,521 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Pass 28 Dec 2011 55,739 miles

Coolant leak

coolant level low

Fail 7 Jan 2011 46,778 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 46,778 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2009 36,729 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 29,827 miles

all tyres wearing to various degrees

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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VF55 UPJ is a 2006 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VF55 UPJ, 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 VF55 UPJ registered?

VF55 UPJ is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 14 January 2006.

Is VF55 UPJ safe to buy?

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