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LB56 DHO

2006 Audi A6

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

219,496 mi
Last recorded219,496 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB56 DHO
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 219,496 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Dec 2025 219,496 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 23 Dec 2024 207,510 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2024 207,510 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 197,097 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2023 197,097 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 180,215 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 159,062 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2021 159,060 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 154,503 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2019 149,685 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Oct 2019 149,682 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2018 144,209 miles

BOTH front tyres wearing low on tread and have worn smooth on the shoulder areas

Nearside Front Upper rear suspension arm inner mounting bush is deteriorating

Pass 23 Oct 2017 138,193 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Nov 2016 132,850 miles

o/s inner brake light not working

Pass 20 Oct 2015 127,346 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 121,277 miles

Nearside rear inner sidelight not working.

Pass 31 Oct 2013 115,900 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 102,622 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 81,677 miles

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

nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside rear tyre is worn on the inner and outer sidewall

Pass 25 Oct 2010 64,639 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 47,633 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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LB56 DHO is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 LB56 DHO, 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 LB56 DHO registered?

LB56 DHO is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 2 November 2006.

Is LB56 DHO safe to buy?

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