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FG56 XOS

2006 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

213,746 mi
Last recorded213,746 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 XOS
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2022 213,746 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2022 213,746 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 200,901 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 200,901 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 190,085 miles

Nearside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2020 190,085 miles

Nearside Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 177,031 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 177,031 miles

Emissions not tested need to verify from the owner, if the cambelt has been changed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 164,044 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2018 164,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 153,106 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2017 153,106 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 141,126 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2016 141,126 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 132,183 miles

found diesel on plastic panel,found no leak

Fail 25 Jul 2015 132,183 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 121,205 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 9 Aug 2014 121,205 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 113,550 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 98,066 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 80,296 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 65,296 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 65,296 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 50,230 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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FG56 XOS is a 2006 Audi A6 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 FG56 XOS, 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 FG56 XOS registered?

FG56 XOS is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 21 October 2006.

Is FG56 XOS safe to buy?

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