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WK06 HVJ

2006 Audi A8

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

155,675 mi
Last recorded155,675 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK06 HVJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2018 155,675 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 155,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Nov 2017 125,751 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush right (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 111,660 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 102,083 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement LINK (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement LINKS (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 86,825 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 71,916 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2014 71,916 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 60,263 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2012 47,672 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2012 47,672 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 36,769 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 31,716 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 28,485 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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WK06 HVJ is a 2006 Audi A8 in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WK06 HVJ, 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 WK06 HVJ registered?

WK06 HVJ is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 1 April 2006.

Is WK06 HVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK06 HVJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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