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MJ56 VPU

2006 Audi A6

Grey Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2023
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

243,538 mi
Last recorded243,538 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ56 VPU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 243,538 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 241,062 miles

under tray fitted obscuring view of some underside components

Fail 23 Oct 2019 241,062 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

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

under tray fitted obscuring view of some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2018 227,267 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2018 227,254 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 212,320 miles

engine management light on

handbrake efficiency just on limit inspection advised

Fail 23 Oct 2017 212,252 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' mirror hangers (8.3.1e)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at both middle boxes (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at front pipe flexi joint (7.1.2)

engine management light on

handbrake efficiency just on limit inspection advised

Pass 14 Oct 2016 192,329 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)

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

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Pass 29 Oct 2015 182,662 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)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 171,313 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2014 171,313 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Oct 2013 164,303 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 164,303 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 157,080 miles

both front worn on inner edges

Fail 27 Sep 2012 157,080 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

both front worn on inner edges

Fail 8 Sep 2011 134,680 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 134,680 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)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 113,168 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 87,837 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 87,837 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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MJ56 VPU is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 MJ56 VPU, 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 MJ56 VPU registered?

MJ56 VPU is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 13 November 2006.

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