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AE56 XKU

2006 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

123,332 mi
Last recorded123,332 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 XKU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 123,332 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT SUBFRAME (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR MOST ARM (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2017 123,331 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT SUBFRAME (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN OUT OF SHAPE (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR MOST ARM (2.4.G.2)

RANDOM WIRES POKING FROM FRONT OF CAR

Pass 15 Jul 2016 101,621 miles

Chips in windscreen

Front discs in poor condition

Rear brake discs in poor condition & brake pads just starting to wear low

Fail 15 Jul 2016 101,621 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Chips in windscreen

Front discs in poor condition

Rear brake discs in poor condition & brake pads just starting to wear low

Pass 1 Apr 2015 92,844 miles

Bonnet safety catch partially seized.

Both front upper suspension arm bushes slightly perished.

Front tyres wearing on edges.

N/s front washer partially blocked.

Undertrays damaged & slightly insecure.

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 2 Apr 2014 85,278 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 85,278 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 78,246 miles

Light scoring on front windscreen.

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

Under tray damaged.

o/s front tyre worn close to legal limit.

Pass 1 May 2012 69,412 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 26 Apr 2012 69,315 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2011 55,023 miles

engine management light on

osf drop link bush worn

Fail 19 May 2011 55,023 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

engine management light on

osf drop link bush worn

Pass 11 Nov 2010 53,905 miles

emissions to clean to test

n/s front tyre on 2mm perished and crackin

o/s front tyre on 2mm

rear brake pads low

Pass 13 Nov 2009 38,839 miles

n/s body damage

How Reliable is the Audi A6?

Based on 2,724,792 MOT tests across 249,374 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
8,511
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
249,374
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 72,312
constant velocity joint gaiter split 48,430
position lamp(s) not working 25,884
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 25,264
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,578
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AE56 XKU is a 2006 Audi A6 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2006 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 111,558 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 A6 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 72,312 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE56 XKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A6 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 20 years old, this Audi A6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE56 XKU registered?

AE56 XKU is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 7 November 2006.

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