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FV56 FUW

2006 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

218,438 mi
Last recorded218,438 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 FUW
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 218,438 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40/19 worn out on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Nov 2023 218,336 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40/19 worn out on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 205,858 miles

front washer pipe leaking?

Pass 6 Nov 2021 195,878 miles

Offside stop light LED faulty

stop light LED faulty

Pass 16 Nov 2020 186,297 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 168,869 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 158,288 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Nov 2018 158,288 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 143,797 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Nov 2017 143,795 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement track/control/arm/both/bushes/deteriating (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement track/control/arms/bushes/deteriting (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 138,219 miles

engine management light on

Pass 4 Nov 2015 131,141 miles

engine management light on

Pass 4 Nov 2014 125,760 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 120,700 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 115,000 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 107,537 miles

front brake discs heavily worn and lipeed

n/s/f wheel slightly distorted

n/s/r wheel slightly distorted

rear brake discs heavily worn and lipped

Pass 5 Nov 2010 101,683 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 94,261 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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FV56 FUW is a 2006 Audi A8 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 FV56 FUW, 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 FV56 FUW registered?

FV56 FUW is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is FV56 FUW safe to buy?

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