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HV06 DKU

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

267,335 mi
Last recorded267,335 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV06 DKU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 267,335 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 155,639 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2024 155,637 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2023 152,998 miles

Nearside Front fog lamp inop

Offside Front tyre has a screw in the outer sidewall

Fail 9 Feb 2023 152,995 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended buckle on belt webbing is behind the seat trim and cant be accessed (7.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front fog lamp inop

Offside Front tyre has a screw in the outer sidewall

Pass 10 Feb 2022 151,838 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Feb 2022 151,838 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 146,178 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 146,175 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper rear arm bush worn to excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge worn to excess (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Feb 2020 139,210 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 134,424 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 132,805 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 131,319 miles

covers fitted under vehicle

Pass 18 Mar 2015 129,500 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 112,416 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 100,811 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 85,813 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 82,642 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 76,392 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 76,317 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 63,888 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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HV06 DKU is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 HV06 DKU, 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 HV06 DKU registered?

HV06 DKU is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 3 March 2006.

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