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VN06 XXZ

2006 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

149,527 mi
Last recorded149,527 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN06 XXZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2024 149,527 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 138,267 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 134,699 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 124,209 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 114,154 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 10 Apr 2019 110,426 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 104,599 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 99,881 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 99,871 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 95,259 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on inner and outeredges

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 24 Apr 2015 90,064 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 83,782 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2013 78,023 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 72,239 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 62,943 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 52,352 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 38,858 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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VN06 XXZ is a 2006 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VN06 XXZ, 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 VN06 XXZ registered?

VN06 XXZ is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 17 May 2006.

Is VN06 XXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN06 XXZ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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