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GV56 DKL

2006 Audi A8

Black Diesel 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

219,630 mi
Last recorded219,630 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 DKL
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 219,630 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

brake pad warning on

Fail 27 Jul 2023 219,628 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35/20 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

brake pad warning on

Pass 2 Aug 2022 205,245 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all suspension arms bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 192,352 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2021 192,352 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 181,761 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 28 Jul 2020 181,757 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Jul 2019 162,478 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 151,468 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 14 Aug 2017 139,168 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 14 Aug 2017 139,168 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 127,464 miles

last mot milage was recorded in kilometres not miles

Pass 23 Aug 2016 203,703 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 203,600 miles

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015 117,488 miles

Offside Rear Tyre is wearing on the outside edge of the tyre's tread

Fail 17 Aug 2015 117,305 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre is wearing on the outside edge of the tyre's tread

Pass 3 Jul 2014 100,334 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 100,331 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 86,797 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 78,138 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 64,105 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 52,029 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 50,483 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 46,246 miles

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

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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GV56 DKL is a 2006 Audi A8 in Black with a 4,172cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 GV56 DKL, 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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GV56 DKL is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 27 September 2006.

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