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KM56 VUU

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

220,261 mi
Last recorded220,261 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM56 VUU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 220,261 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 215,108 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2024 215,108 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2023 212,723 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Turbo Intercooler (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2022 208,718 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 192,600 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 186,431 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 175,874 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 9 Nov 2019 175,873 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35/r19 tread wearing excessively on inner edge(tracking needs checking) (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Nov 2018 167,799 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 153,521 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 153,521 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Brake pad warning light on

O/s/r brake caliper handbrake plug disconnected

Pass 12 Nov 2016 137,518 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 130,614 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 122,306 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 110,285 miles

Engine management light on.

NSR brake pads low.

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

Fail 13 Nov 2013 110,267 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Engine management light on.

NSR brake pads low.

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 98,680 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 83,634 miles

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

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

damage to o/s/f wing/bumper

Pass 8 Nov 2010 67,374 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 51,283 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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KM56 VUU is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 KM56 VUU, 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 KM56 VUU registered?

KM56 VUU is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 24 November 2006.

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