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CV56 XVK

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

246,485 mi
Last recorded246,485 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV56 XVK
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 246,485 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2026 246,485 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 10 Apr 2025 239,912 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2025 239,912 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 233,300 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2024 233,300 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 226,203 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 226,202 miles

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

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 215,396 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 203,381 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 192,866 miles

EML light on

under bonnet components covered

underside components covered

Fail 7 Jan 2020 192,860 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

EML light on

under bonnet components covered

underside components covered

Pass 8 Jan 2019 180,275 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

some under bonnet components covered

some underside components covered

Pass 11 Dec 2017 163,106 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 146,272 miles

engine bay components covered

under car covered

Pass 30 Dec 2015 128,120 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 112,371 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 92,531 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 84,400 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 75,126 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 60,417 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 46,374 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)

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 XVK is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 CV56 XVK, 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.

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What year was CV56 XVK registered?

CV56 XVK is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 10 November 2006.

Is CV56 XVK safe to buy?

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