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NJ56 RUV

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

155,636 mi
Last recorded155,636 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ56 RUV
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,969cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 155,636 miles

undertrays fitted inspection limited

Offside Rear outer sill corroded not holed

Pass 18 Jul 2025 144,470 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp in middle slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Outer outer sill at rear very rusty and thin

Fail 16 Jul 2025 144,445 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyres has varios split on it one through to cord (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp in middle slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Outer outer sill at rear very rusty and thin

Pass 16 Jul 2024 134,844 miles

corrosion to rear suspension

Pass 17 Jul 2023 127,782 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 113,861 miles

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

corrosion on chassis sections

corrosion on fuel tank straps

corrosion on o/s outer sill at rear

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 4 Feb 2021 101,681 miles

full under covers fitted obscuring some components

under bonnet covers fitted obscuring some components

Fail 1 Feb 2021 101,673 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

full under covers fitted obscuring some components

under bonnet covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 10 Jan 2020 97,443 miles

Nearside Front Lower ball joint dust cover poor condition.

front drop links poor condition.

Pass 21 Dec 2018 92,893 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 88,035 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 83,488 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2017 83,488 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working centre (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 13 Jan 2017 83,469 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Outer Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Dec 2015 78,923 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2015 73,344 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2015 73,344 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 65,296 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2013 57,302 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2012 49,994 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 44,013 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 38,668 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 28,464 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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NJ56 RUV is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 NJ56 RUV, 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 NJ56 RUV registered?

NJ56 RUV is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is NJ56 RUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ56 RUV shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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