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EN55 ECE

2006 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

197,335 mi
Last recorded197,335 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2016
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN55 ECE
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2016 197,335 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 185,588 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake disc lipped

wheel caps fitted wheel nuts not checked

Pass 10 Jan 2014 172,201 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 154,107 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 154,102 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 127,182 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 127,182 miles

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 101,271 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 68,542 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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EN55 ECE is a 2006 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 EN55 ECE, 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 EN55 ECE registered?

EN55 ECE is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 19 February 2006.

Is EN55 ECE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN55 ECE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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