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YA55 VKP

2006 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

111,233 mi
Last recorded111,233 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA55 VKP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 111,233 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 105,130 miles

Under tray covers fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2018 95,580 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 3 Sep 2018 95,580 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2017 93,909 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 92,364 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 90,324 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 28 Feb 2014 87,855 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside Inner 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)

Parking Brake Switch is damaged but it can be still operated

Pass 25 Jan 2013 85,157 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Jan 2012 167,280 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2011 140,174 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 140,174 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 112,389 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2009 86,743 miles

Both rear tyres worn close to the wear indicators

Excessive wear at the shoulders of both front tyres

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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YA55 VKP is a 2006 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 YA55 VKP, 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.

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What year was YA55 VKP registered?

YA55 VKP is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 11 January 2006.

Is YA55 VKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA55 VKP shows 14 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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