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LM55 UPW

2006 Audi A6

Silver Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

85,869 mi
Last recorded85,869 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM55 UPW
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 85,869 miles

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

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 29 Jan 2026 85,869 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 9 Jan 2025 83,047 miles

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

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

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

front and rear brake discs slight corrosion

under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 5 May 2023 81,880 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 80,302 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2021 80,226 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2019 78,818 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 78,733 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2018 74,878 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 72,663 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2015 68,134 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 61,880 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 57,248 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 52,403 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 41,914 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 35,695 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 29,221 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 21,760 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LM55 UPW is a 2006 Audi A6 in Silver with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LM55 UPW, 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 LM55 UPW registered?

LM55 UPW is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 25 January 2006.

Is LM55 UPW safe to buy?

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