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DF06 AEE

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2021
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

180,867 mi
Last recorded180,867 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2020
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF06 AEE
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2020 180,867 miles

Boot lid corroded

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

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear, front sub-frame bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 176,320 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Mar 2019 176,320 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 170,695 miles

under tray and top engine and full floor covers obscuring some components

Pass 18 Jan 2017 166,752 miles

covers in engine bay obscuring some components

covers on underside obscuring some components

Fail 17 Jan 2017 166,752 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Inner Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

covers in engine bay obscuring some components

covers on underside obscuring some components

Pass 20 Jan 2016 161,100 miles

under tray and floor and outer sills and top engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 15 Jan 2016 161,092 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tread devoid inside (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit just 1.6mm tread devoid inside (4.1.E.1)

under tray and floor and outer sills and top engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 22 Dec 2014 149,029 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cover over floor obscuring some components

Fail 22 Dec 2014 149,027 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cover over floor obscuring some components

Pass 22 Jan 2014 134,310 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cover over floor and outer sills obscuring some components

Fail 22 Jan 2014 134,310 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cover over floor and outer sills obscuring some components

Pass 1 Aug 2012 115,444 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cover over full floor and outer sills obcuring some components

Fail 1 Aug 2012 115,444 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cover over full floor and outer sills obcuring some components

Pass 20 Jul 2011 101,390 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2010 82,505 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 82,505 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 63,047 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 62,020 miles

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

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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DF06 AEE is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 DF06 AEE, 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 DF06 AEE registered?

DF06 AEE is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 17 July 2006.

Is DF06 AEE safe to buy?

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