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WU06 FXW

2006 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

168,141 mi
Last recorded168,141 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU06 FXW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2019 168,141 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 156,585 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 146,387 miles

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

eml is illuminated

windscreen damaged outside the drivers view of the road

Pass 19 Jun 2013 136,788 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 132,786 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 127,111 miles

Crack in offside rear lamp unit

Pass 14 Oct 2011 121,670 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 114,905 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 114,863 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 109,104 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 101,205 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 147,385 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 135,168 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 135,101 miles

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 113,878 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 91,415 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 67,485 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 47,017 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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WU06 FXW is a 2006 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WU06 FXW, 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

How do I check the history of WU06 FXW?

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What year was WU06 FXW registered?

WU06 FXW is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is WU06 FXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU06 FXW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WU06 FXW have outstanding finance?

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