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DA55 LME

2006 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

285,080 mi
Last recorded285,080 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA55 LME
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017 285,080 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 260,886 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 235,620 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

nearside front fog lamp broken.

Pass 2 Jan 2014 205,378 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2013 179,913 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 152,089 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 126,699 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 126,699 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 99,614 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 74,205 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 74,071 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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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DA55 LME is a 2006 Audi A8 in Grey with a 4,172cc 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 DA55 LME, 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 DA55 LME registered?

DA55 LME is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 24 January 2006.

Is DA55 LME safe to buy?

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