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BL55 KOE

2006 Audi A8

Black Diesel 3936cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

115,298 mi
Last recorded115,298 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 KOE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,936cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 115,298 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2025 115,298 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 109,563 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 109,563 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 103,274 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both lamps opaque (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 101,316 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 100,894 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 99,445 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2019 99,443 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn clinks (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 96,533 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jan 2018 96,533 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 91,338 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 86,069 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 80,010 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 73,309 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 66,695 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 56,444 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 48,121 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2010 38,256 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wearing on edges

Pass 13 Feb 2009 27,865 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 27,722 miles

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

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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BL55 KOE is a 2006 Audi A8 in Black with a 3,936cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BL55 KOE, 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 BL55 KOE registered?

BL55 KOE is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 1 January 2006.

Is BL55 KOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL55 KOE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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