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FP56 XXL

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2021
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

132,485 mi
Last recorded132,485 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP56 XXL
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2020 132,485 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2020 132,484 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2019 126,695 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 126,895 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn link bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 115,971 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 30 Oct 2017 103,849 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 103,849 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2016 89,473 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 89,473 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 80,167 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Oct 2015 80,167 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 73,331 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2013 66,799 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 66,618 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 59,071 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 50,700 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 50,700 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 42,493 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 33,584 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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FP56 XXL is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 FP56 XXL, 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 FP56 XXL registered?

FP56 XXL is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 10 November 2006.

Is FP56 XXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP56 XXL shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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