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YY56 LVZ

2006 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

121,152 mi
Last recorded121,152 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY56 LVZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 121,152 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 111,518 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 101,951 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 92,058 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 88,901 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 77,800 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2012 77,800 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Fail 19 Sep 2011 66,960 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 66,960 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 58,422 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 43,120 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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YY56 LVZ is a 2006 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YY56 LVZ, 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 YY56 LVZ registered?

YY56 LVZ is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 18 December 2006.

Is YY56 LVZ safe to buy?

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