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GU56 OFV

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

247,255 mi
Last recorded247,255 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 OFV
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 247,255 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

both rear shock absorbers covers slightly loose

front suspension- upper arms inner rear bushes starting to split/ wear

offside rear suspension coil spring, rear suspension upper arms and fuel tank mounting straps starting to rust

slight oil leak

small stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 17 May 2022 241,038 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 238,844 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2020 238,753 miles

front suspension top rear arms inner bushes starting to split/ wear

small stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 8 Sep 2015 202,566 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 179,294 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 154,599 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 130,788 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 86,650 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 27 Jan 2011 86,650 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 54,825 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2009 54,825 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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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GU56 OFV is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GU56 OFV, 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 GU56 OFV registered?

GU56 OFV is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is GU56 OFV safe to buy?

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