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DO55 MUZ

2006 Audi A8

Grey Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

144,181 mi
Last recorded144,181 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDO55 MUZ
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2024 144,181 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 144,165 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 144,000 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 140,096 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 137,347 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 134,616 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2016 130,608 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 124,253 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 124,216 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 123,643 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2014 123,643 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 May 2013 120,648 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Apr 2013 120,549 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 26 Mar 2013 120,509 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jan 2012 113,109 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 96,024 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 96,024 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 64,773 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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DO55 MUZ is a 2006 Audi A8 in Grey with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DO55 MUZ, 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 DO55 MUZ registered?

DO55 MUZ is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 11 July 2006.

Is DO55 MUZ safe to buy?

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