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FT06 ESG

2006 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

213,272 mi
Last recorded213,272 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT06 ESG
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 213,272 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 198,596 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear lamp damaged

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 186,276 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear shockers (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 Mar 2023 186,276 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear shockers (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 154,060 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 140,561 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 128,844 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 111,900 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 100,746 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 92,785 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 89,101 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 84,784 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 78,519 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front discs worn

Pass 31 Jan 2013 74,483 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 69,810 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 63,514 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 49,032 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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FT06 ESG is a 2006 Audi A6 in Blue with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FT06 ESG, 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 FT06 ESG registered?

FT06 ESG is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 4 August 2006.

Is FT06 ESG safe to buy?

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