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GV06 VHJ

2006 Audi A6

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

68,148 mi
Last recorded68,148 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV06 VHJ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 68,148 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 62,273 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 54,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Oct 2023 54,953 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

interference with reverse lights and rear fog light

Pass 11 Nov 2022 52,003 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 52,003 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2022 51,890 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2021 49,831 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 46,145 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 38,933 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 38,933 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 33,224 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 31,461 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 28,699 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin strong advise change asap (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tryres abnormal wear advise wheel alignment

child seat fitted o/s/r

engine covers fitted

oil leak

under trays fitted

Fail 23 Feb 2016 28,697 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner and outer breadth breadth (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner breadth (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin strong advise change asap (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tryres abnormal wear advise wheel alignment

child seat fitted o/s/r

engine covers fitted

oil leak

under trays fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2015 21,936 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Feb 2015 21,963 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Feb 2014 15,482 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 11,242 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 8,175 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2011 111,080 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 108,781 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 108,764 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

both front anti roll bar c-links, bushes perishing

Fail 23 Feb 2009 100,265 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 100,265 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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GV06 VHJ is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 GV06 VHJ, 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 GV06 VHJ registered?

GV06 VHJ is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 28 April 2006.

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