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MC56 EFW

2007 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

144,391 mi
Last recorded144,391 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 Audi A6110,176 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC56 EFW
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,969cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 144,391 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 30 Jun 2025 144,391 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2024 142,548 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 137,319 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S/R & O/S/R. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 133,681 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

N/S/F outer tyre wall slightly damaged

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

Under the vehicle general muddy

Fail 9 Mar 2021 133,681 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S/R & O/S/R (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high N/S/F & O/S/F (4.1.2 (a))

N/S/F outer tyre wall slightly damaged

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Under the vehicle general muddy

Pass 5 Aug 2019 127,888 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2018 123,384 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers casing is corrosion

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

under the vehicle rear side muddy

Fail 27 Jul 2018 123,381 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers casing is corrosion

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

under the vehicle rear side muddy

Pass 29 Jun 2017 120,253 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 119,852 miles

engine management light is on

security of front bumper

security of nearside headlamp

Fail 24 Feb 2016 119,843 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release belt buckle inoperative (5.2.5a)

Headlamp aim too low both sides (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

engine management light is on

security of front bumper

security of nearside headlamp

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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MC56 EFW is a 2007 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 110,176 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 MC56 EFW, 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 19 years old, this Audi A6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MC56 EFW registered?

MC56 EFW is a 2007 Audi A6, first registered on 4 January 2007.

Is MC56 EFW safe to buy?

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