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CV56 SXR

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

196,559 mi
Last recorded196,559 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV56 SXR
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 196,559 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2026 196,388 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2025 175,645 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 168,477 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2024 168,444 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended plug in part missing (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 158,095 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

advise under trays fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2021 150,670 miles

advise sill covers fitted

advise under trays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2020 145,779 miles

advise under trays fitted

Pass 23 May 2019 136,470 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 136,470 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2018 127,662 miles

Manufacturer’s engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 8 May 2017 119,361 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 119,361 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2016 108,902 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 16 May 2016 108,897 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 102,531 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 98,778 miles

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

OSR light lens is cracked and letting in water

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

Fail 22 Jul 2014 98,658 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

OSF brake disc is pitted and corroded.

OSR light lens is cracked and letting in water

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 94,825 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 90,832 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 84,141 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 76,067 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 76,067 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 54,640 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Sep 2009 54,640 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

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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CV56 SXR is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 CV56 SXR, 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 CV56 SXR registered?

CV56 SXR is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is CV56 SXR safe to buy?

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