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GL06 MSX

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

226,955 mi
Last recorded226,955 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL06 MSX
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2020 226,955 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 202,282 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 192,886 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 178,231 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 178,231 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 165,857 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear inner (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear inner (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 6 Jul 2016 165,857 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear inner (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear inner (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 153,676 miles

engine bay and underbody trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 31 Jul 2015 153,365 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

engine bay and underbody trays fitted obscuring some components

front bumper insecure

Pass 6 Aug 2014 137,023 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 123,402 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jul 2012 111,451 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Jul 2012 111,423 miles

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

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jul 2011 97,628 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 77,988 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 52,170 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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GL06 MSX is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GL06 MSX, 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 GL06 MSX registered?

GL06 MSX is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 5 July 2006.

Is GL06 MSX safe to buy?

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