CarVerify

Free Car Check

GY56 XAM

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

122,395 mi
Last recorded122,395 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 XAM
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 122,395 miles

Nearside washers weak

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 119,765 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 116,802 miles

offside rear position lamps dim

Pass 11 Nov 2022 114,862 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 113,732 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 112,554 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 110,848 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 106,673 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 100,283 miles

Nearside Front tyre smooth on outer edge

Offside Front tyre smooth on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre smooth on outer edge

Pass 9 Nov 2016 93,443 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 85,751 miles

o/s/r wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Pass 13 Nov 2014 78,472 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 69,600 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 60,785 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 50,159 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 40,611 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 40,602 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2009 30,837 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 30,837 miles

Centre Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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
Full Audi A6 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GY56 XAM is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,968cc 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 GY56 XAM, 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

How do I check the history of GY56 XAM?

You can check the full history of GY56 XAM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GY56 XAM registered?

GY56 XAM is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is GY56 XAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY56 XAM 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.

Does GY56 XAM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GY56 XAM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.