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DF06 MYP

2006 Audi A8

Black Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

202,008 mi
Last recorded202,008 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF06 MYP
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 202,008 miles

Covers not allowing full inspection

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 179,000 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2018 173,297 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 164,303 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 164,303 miles

Offside Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Apr 2016 148,762 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 142,918 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 133,302 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Feb 2013 117,578 miles

Both front brake disc's showing heavy wear and brake pads worn low

Both rear tyres on legal limits

N/S/F Tyre bald on inner edge

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 117,578 miles

Both front brake disc's showing heavy wear and brake pads worn low

Both rear tyres on legal limits

N/S/F Tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 4 Oct 2011 110,594 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 94,930 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 75,656 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 75,655 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 53,421 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 34,072 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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DF06 MYP is a 2006 Audi A8 in Black with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DF06 MYP, 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 DF06 MYP registered?

DF06 MYP is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 24 March 2006.

Is DF06 MYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF06 MYP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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