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B17 TRU

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

128,372 mi
Last recorded128,372 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB17 TRU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 128,372 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO CALIPER (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material TO CALIPER (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 128,121 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 127,926 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 125,538 miles

Fuel tank stained from historical fuel leak.

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 122,930 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2021 122,276 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm inner bushes ( both ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm inner bushes ( both ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system light is on

fuel tank ( on offside ) is damp unable to see leakage

Fail 30 Sep 2021 122,276 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm inner bushes ( both ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone arm inner bushes ( both ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system light is on

fuel tank ( on offside ) is damp unable to see leakage

Pass 21 Sep 2020 118,745 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top arms. both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top arms. both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 116,382 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 115,272 miles

Removed item from drivers view.

Pass 28 Mar 2017 113,375 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 113,375 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 110,494 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 107,976 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 104,251 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 100,384 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 100,384 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 97,963 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 10 Apr 2012 97,963 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 18 May 2011 83,011 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 63,901 miles

Both rear tyres 3-4mm tread

Centre rear seatbelt stiff on release from buckle

Child seat fitted to nearside rear, unable to fully inspect the seatbelt

Offside front tyre 3mm tread

Fail 26 Apr 2010 63,900 miles

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

Rear brake pads becoming low

Both front tyres 3mm tread

Both rear tyres 3-4mm tread

Brake warning light on dash

Centre rear seatbelt stiff on release from buckle

Child seat fitted to nearside rear, unable to fully inspect the seatbelt

Front brake discs lipped

Pass 12 May 2009 48,047 miles

Unable to fully inspect n/s/r seatbelt due to childseat fitted.

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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B17 TRU is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,698cc 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 B17 TRU, 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 B17 TRU registered?

B17 TRU is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 22 May 2006.

Is B17 TRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B17 TRU shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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