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BL55 XRX

2006 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

133,143 mi
Last recorded133,143 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 XRX
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2021 133,143 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 133,143 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 120,043 miles

EML light on pre 2008

Fail 11 Nov 2020 120,043 miles

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

EML light on pre 2008

Pass 9 May 2019 112,768 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 112,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Sep 2017 102,271 miles

Nearside front tyre worn smooth on edges & outer sidewall damaged

Offside front tyre worn smooth on outer edge

Pass 3 Sep 2016 94,438 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 94,438 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 16 Jul 2015 88,465 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 88,465 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 76,972 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 74,810 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 70,785 miles

all brake discs are quite rusty

both front tyres are wearing low on inner and outer edges

Pass 8 Aug 2011 68,730 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 68,039 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)

both rear tyres are wearing low

rear brake pads are worn low

Pass 26 May 2009 67,535 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

cut in n/s/f inner tyre wall

Pass 5 Feb 2009 66,800 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2009 66,800 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 XRX is a 2006 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 XRX, 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 XRX registered?

BL55 XRX is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 10 February 2006.

Is BL55 XRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL55 XRX shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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