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HJ56 WUU

2006 Audi A8

Blue Petrol 5204cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

109,212 mi
Last recorded109,212 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A8101,435 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ56 WUU
MakeAudi
ModelA8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,204cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 109,212 miles

front and rear anti roll bar slightly corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2024 106,980 miles

both front brake discs starting to rust/ wear on inner surfaces- check front inner brake pads

front and rear antiroll bars starting to rust

front exhaust flexi pipes starting to deteriorate and slight leaks

front suspension lower arms to shock absorbers lower bushes, rear suspension upper arms bushes and front antiroll bar link rod rubbers starting to crack/ perish

Pass 1 Dec 2023 105,084 miles

both front brake discs starting to rust/ wear on inner surfaces

check front inner brake pads

front and rear antiroll bars starting to rust

front exhaust flexi pipes starting to deteriorate and slight leaks

front suspension lower arms to shock absorber bushes and front antiroll bar link rod rubbers starting to crack/ perish

offside front suspension- upper rear arm inner bush starting to split

Pass 10 Nov 2022 102,411 miles

both front brake discs starting to rust on inner surfaces

both front exhaust flexi pipes starting to deteriorate and slight leak

front and rear antiroll bars starting to rust

front suspension lower arms to lower shock absorber mounting bushes and front antiroll bar link rods rubbers starting to crack/ perish

Pass 19 Oct 2021 99,319 miles

both front brake discs starting to rust on inner surfaces

both front exhaust flexi pipes starting to deteriorate and slight leak

front and rear antiroll bars starting to rust

front antiroll bar link rod rubbers starting to crack/ perish

front suspension lower front arms to lower shock absorber mounting bushes starting to crack/ perish

small stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 2 Oct 2020 96,692 miles

front and rear antiroll bars starting to rust

front antiroll bar link rod rubbers starting to crack/perish

nearside front exhaust flexi pipe starting to deteriorate

small stone chips in front screen

Pass 30 Sep 2019 94,151 miles

front and rear antiroll bars starting to rust

front antiroll bar link rod rubbers starting to crack/ perish

nearside front exhaust flexi pipe starting to deteriorate

offside rear indicator unit slight earth fault

Pass 2 Oct 2018 89,482 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 83,977 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2016 80,033 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 5 Oct 2016 80,033 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 76,929 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 72,050 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 63,981 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 59,542 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 54,569 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 48,490 miles

Plastic undertrays fitted, full inspection not possible

Pass 21 Aug 2009 38,798 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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HJ56 WUU is a 2006 Audi A8 in Blue with a 5,204cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 HJ56 WUU, 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 HJ56 WUU registered?

HJ56 WUU is a 2006 Audi A8, first registered on 6 September 2006.

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