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MF56 SDV

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

195,502 mi
Last recorded195,502 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF56 SDV
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 195,502 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2025 181,251 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Mar 2025 181,251 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2024 161,660 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 161,122 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2021 158,140 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 155,346 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Bottom of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2020 155,345 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure crack in side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Bottom of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 150,283 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 138,218 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 117,208 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 112,130 miles

nearside front fog lamp lens broken.

Fail 10 Mar 2016 112,090 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nearside front fog lamp lens broken.

Pass 6 Mar 2015 107,791 miles

engine management light indicates a fault

Pass 17 Mar 2014 100,798 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)

Fail 17 Mar 2014 100,798 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 97,268 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 96,309 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine light on

Pass 31 Oct 2012 96,309 miles

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

engine light on

Fail 31 Oct 2011 88,177 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 88,177 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 73,893 miles

Front discs slightly worn

N/S/R tyre cracking on side walls

Rear discs slightly worn

Fail 2 Sep 2010 73,872 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front discs slightly worn

N/S/R tyre cracking on side walls

Rear discs slightly worn

Pass 1 Sep 2009 56,201 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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MF56 SDV 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 70.8%.

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 MF56 SDV, 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 MF56 SDV registered?

MF56 SDV is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 25 September 2006.

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