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HHZ 2708

2006 Audi A8

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

149,329 mi
Last recorded149,329 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHZ 2708
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 149,329 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2025 142,286 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 136,509 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 130,985 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 124,953 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 116,060 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 108,545 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Jun 2020 108,497 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 94,552 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 92,346 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 92,314 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 90,005 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 89,601 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all4 wheel (3.5.1i)

engine under tray fitted and component tray fitted

Fail 5 Mar 2016 89,601 miles

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

Front Front position lamp(s) not working offside/nearside (1.1.A.3b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all4 wheel (3.5.1i)

engine under tray fitted and component tray fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2015 89,003 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 88,013 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 86,241 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 86,241 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 83,332 miles

screw in o,s,r tyre

slight damage to n,s,f and n,s,r tyre sidewalls

Pass 18 Feb 2011 78,269 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 77,594 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 66,102 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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HHZ 2708 is a 2006 Audi A8 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HHZ 2708, 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 HHZ 2708 registered?

HHZ 2708 is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 22 May 2006.

Is HHZ 2708 safe to buy?

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