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VX55 VVH

2006 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

190,980 mi
Last recorded190,980 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 VVH
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 190,980 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 186,775 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 177,119 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 169,210 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 162,983 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 158,703 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 153,977 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 146,771 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 129,609 miles

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Jan 2018 129,609 miles

Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm SPLIT ON INNER EDGE. + BALD (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 117,482 miles

rear tyres worn on inners

Pass 22 Dec 2015 107,595 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear tyre scrubbing from inner edge

Offside Rear tyre scrubbing from inner edge

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Fail 18 Dec 2015 107,594 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear tyre scrubbing from inner edge

Offside Rear tyre scrubbing from inner edge

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 19 Dec 2014 96,001 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 19 Dec 2014 96,000 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Dec 2013 85,563 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/sfront mudflap insecure

undertray insecure at o/s front

Pass 5 Jan 2013 71,558 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 60,539 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 6 Jan 2011 51,104 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

windscreen washers poor

Pass 9 Jan 2010 40,211 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 30,525 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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VX55 VVH is a 2006 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VX55 VVH, 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 VX55 VVH registered?

VX55 VVH is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 5 January 2006.

Is VX55 VVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX55 VVH shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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