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GT53 WTS

2006 Audi A8

Blue Diesel 4134cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

139,739 mi
Last recorded139,739 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGT53 WTS
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,134cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 139,739 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 139,708 miles

Rear anti roll bar corroded

Undertrays obscuring some underside components including sill covers

Pass 1 Dec 2021 138,090 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 133,429 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 129,876 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 125,345 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 106,991 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 99,683 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 95,654 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 May 2015 95,617 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 May 2014 85,802 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 76,203 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)

Pass 16 May 2012 65,399 miles

no emissions printout too lean .!!!

Pass 19 May 2011 54,283 miles

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

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

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

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

emissions to lean for printout.!!!

Pass 14 Jun 2010 43,105 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 43,068 miles

Offside Front 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 12 May 2009 29,935 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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GT53 WTS is a 2006 Audi A8 in Blue with a 4,134cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GT53 WTS, 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 GT53 WTS registered?

GT53 WTS is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 1 June 2006.

Is GT53 WTS safe to buy?

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