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LY55 OTH

2006 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

263,537 mi
Last recorded263,537 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2023
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY55 OTH
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2023 263,537 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

crack to windscreen(lower of passenger side

Fail 5 Dec 2023 263,172 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended seatbelt receiver defective (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached 1st arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 246,776 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 232,275 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 228,153 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 228,153 miles

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

Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear reverse lights illuminated constantly (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

engine management light on

Pass 15 Jun 2019 219,289 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 193,328 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 177,667 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 164,137 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2016 134,986 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 245 45 17 (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 27 Jun 2015 151,478 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 151,478 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 143,490 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 24 Jul 2013 134,999 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 126,186 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 119,063 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 98,368 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 77,567 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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LY55 OTH is a 2006 Audi A6 in Blue with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LY55 OTH, 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 LY55 OTH registered?

LY55 OTH is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 9 February 2006.

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