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NH55 EKC

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

130,729 mi
Last recorded130,729 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH55 EKC
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 130,729 miles

brake pipes coated/undertrays restricting inspection

some corrosion to underside of vehicle suspension components/sub-frame

some deterioration to headlamp lenses

some wear to rear tyres

Pass 30 Jun 2023 123,135 miles

brake pipes coated restricting inspection

some corrosion to suspension components/sub-frame

Fail 30 Jun 2023 123,135 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

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

brake pipes coated restricting inspection

some corrosion to suspension components/sub-frame

Pass 28 Jun 2022 114,637 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy ? (5.1.3 (b) (i))

brake pipes coated/undertrays fitted restricting inspection

slight damage to front nearside tyre side wall

some corrosion to suspension components/sub-frame

Fail 28 Jun 2022 114,637 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy ? (5.1.3 (b) (i))

brake pipes coated/undertrays fitted restricting inspection

slight damage to front nearside tyre side wall

some corrosion to suspension components/sub-frame

Pass 22 Jun 2021 109,015 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Front Windscreen is chipped in other swept zone area under 40mm

Rear Suspension components, light rust corrosion

Pass 3 Jul 2020 105,423 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 100,947 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material plastic coated/undertrays fitted (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 98,896 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2018 98,860 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no pattern (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 31 May 2017 94,025 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 85,471 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 80,419 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 76,047 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 64,672 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 58,189 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2011 48,239 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jan 2010 40,404 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 40,404 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2008 33,389 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 29 Dec 2008 33,389 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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NH55 EKC is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 NH55 EKC, 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 NH55 EKC registered?

NH55 EKC is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 21 January 2006.

Is NH55 EKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NH55 EKC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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