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LY55 CXF

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

181,511 mi
Last recorded181,511 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 CXF
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 181,511 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 165,057 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 163,442 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Jan 2023 163,442 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

N/S Rear tyre side wall damage.

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 159,862 miles

Exhaust mounting defective front hanger (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm also damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Jan 2022 159,862 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective front hanger (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm also damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 158,712 miles

Exhaust mounting defective x2 front hangers missing (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

exhaust flexi braking down

Pass 10 Dec 2019 153,571 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Dec 2019 153,571 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 148,452 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 142,122 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 142,120 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 135,155 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 130,079 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 116,786 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 107,794 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Jul 2012 89,047 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 89,047 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 71,002 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 71,002 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 56,647 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside

Fail 29 Jul 2010 56,647 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside

Pass 22 Jan 2009 33,798 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 33,792 miles

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

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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LY55 CXF is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LY55 CXF, 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 LY55 CXF registered?

LY55 CXF is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 24 January 2006.

Is LY55 CXF safe to buy?

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