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GU56 TXA

2006 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

81,690 mi
Last recorded81,690 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 TXA
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 81,690 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2025 76,286 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 71,389 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 66,844 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2022 61,421 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 61,421 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + Cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 51,156 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 43,293 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Mar 2020 43,293 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 59,150 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 35,939 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 35,483 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 34,687 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 33,105 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 30,682 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 27,968 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 24,625 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 22,830 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 19,596 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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GU56 TXA is a 2006 Audi A6 in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 TXA, 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 GU56 TXA registered?

GU56 TXA is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 23 November 2006.

Is GU56 TXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU56 TXA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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