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FV55 VPT

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

165,711 mi
Last recorded165,711 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 VPT
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 165,711 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 157,206 miles

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

power steering noisy and slightly rough

underside vehicle corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2019 148,448 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2018 143,725 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 133,710 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 129,200 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 119,710 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 118,006 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 May 2013 88,373 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 74,845 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 May 2012 74,845 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 6 Feb 2012 74,771 miles

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

high level brake light not working.

n/s reverse light not working

Pass 14 Jun 2010 63,148 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 43,442 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 43,442 miles

Front Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2) DANGEROUS

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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FV55 VPT is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FV55 VPT, 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 FV55 VPT registered?

FV55 VPT is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 11 January 2006.

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