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VKZ 8568

2006 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

194,563 mi
Last recorded194,563 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKZ 8568
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 194,563 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2023 194,563 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 172,458 miles

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

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Oct 2022 172,458 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 164,247 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 159,771 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2020 159,771 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 143,785 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 139,111 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 137,287 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 130,836 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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VKZ 8568 is a 2006 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VKZ 8568, 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 VKZ 8568 registered?

VKZ 8568 is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 24 January 2006.

Is VKZ 8568 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKZ 8568 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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