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FY56 ACZ

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

197,527 mi
Last recorded197,527 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 ACZ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2022 197,527 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 187,139 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Jan 2021 187,139 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 169,815 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 147,430 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2018 147,430 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 122,061 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 100,829 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 100,819 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 72,179 miles

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

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

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

Fail 22 Sep 2015 72,179 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 50,217 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Oct 2013 46,537 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Sep 2012 43,714 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2012 43,703 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

tyres show signs of running flat, 3 have failed for cuts/bulges recommend o/s/r/ tyre is remove and inner carcuss examined.

Pass 16 Sep 2011 37,593 miles

offside rear tyre has a cut to outer side wall no cord exposed

Pass 26 Aug 2010 31,780 miles

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

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

advise both front c link rubbers cracking

Pass 15 Sep 2009 25,227 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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FY56 ACZ is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FY56 ACZ, 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 FY56 ACZ registered?

FY56 ACZ is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 25 September 2006.

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