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AY56 KEJ

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

202,776 mi
Last recorded202,776 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY56 KEJ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 202,776 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 191,790 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion underneath (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 182,185 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear upper arms inner bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall cut/damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 172,358 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 158,963 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 158,963 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 140,149 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

rear suspension bump stops in poor condition

Fail 9 Aug 2021 140,147 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

rear suspension bump stops in poor condition

Pass 6 Aug 2020 133,340 miles

rear suspension bump stops in poor condition

Fail 6 Aug 2020 133,340 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords exposed between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords exposed between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear suspension bump stops in poor condition

Pass 8 Aug 2019 125,509 miles

rear suspension bump stops deteriorated

Fail 8 Aug 2019 125,509 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

rear suspension bump stops deteriorated

Pass 8 Aug 2018 116,144 miles

rear suspension bump stops in poor condition

Pass 7 Aug 2017 105,014 miles

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some components

rear suspension bump stops in poor condition

Fail 7 Aug 2017 105,014 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some components

rear suspension bump stops in poor condition

Pass 19 Jul 2016 94,539 miles

engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some components

rear suspension bump stops in poor condition

Pass 21 Jul 2015 88,609 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 84,222 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 77,803 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 73,564 miles

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

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

front tyres are worn on inner edges

Pass 10 Aug 2011 67,675 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 61,622 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 46,862 miles

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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AY56 KEJ is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AY56 KEJ, 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 AY56 KEJ registered?

AY56 KEJ is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 28 September 2006.

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