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GF06 TYU

2006 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2023
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

174,521 mi
Last recorded174,521 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF06 TYU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2022 174,521 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 174,439 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 174,439 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Oct 2017 174,241 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 159,431 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 159,431 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 147,666 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 147,666 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 139,436 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 139,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 133,516 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 133,516 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Aug 2012 125,358 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 125,358 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 116,335 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 116,335 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 96,211 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 90,901 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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GF06 TYU is a 2006 Audi A6 in Silver with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 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 GF06 TYU, 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 GF06 TYU registered?

GF06 TYU is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 9 June 2006.

Is GF06 TYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF06 TYU shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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