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EF06 DMV

2006 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2976cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

110,462 mi
Last recorded110,462 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2015
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF06 DMV
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,976cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Jun 2015 110,462 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 110,462 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 99,352 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Emissions high but passed

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2013 80,455 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 62,329 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 51,972 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Fail 16 Jun 2011 51,972 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 44,029 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009
Fail 30 Jun 2009 32,507 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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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EF06 DMV is a 2006 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,976cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 EF06 DMV, 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 EF06 DMV registered?

EF06 DMV is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 30 May 2006.

Is EF06 DMV safe to buy?

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