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YL56 YBJ

2006 Audi A8

Black Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,344 mi
Last recorded125,344 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL56 YBJ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Feb 2026 125,344 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 119,847 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 115,388 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 109,581 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 104,619 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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YL56 YBJ is a 2006 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YL56 YBJ, 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 YL56 YBJ registered?

YL56 YBJ is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 1 October 2006.

Is YL56 YBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL56 YBJ shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YL56 YBJ have outstanding finance?

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