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DX55 TVC

2006 Audi A8

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

182,155 mi
Last recorded182,155 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2013
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 TVC
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2013 182,155 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 181,166 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2011 154,549 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 7 May 2010 121,201 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

very slight deterioration of front number plate

Fail 6 May 2010 121,201 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

very slight deterioration of front number plate

Pass 20 Mar 2009 81,112 miles

Nearside Outer Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Outer Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Outer Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Outer Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

slight deterioration of front number plate

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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DX55 TVC is a 2006 Audi A8 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DX55 TVC, 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 DX55 TVC registered?

DX55 TVC is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 1 February 2006.

Is DX55 TVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 TVC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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