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OY06 VAH

2006 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

161,192 mi
Last recorded161,192 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY06 VAH
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2024 161,192 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 155,108 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 154,921 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2022 147,921 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2021 143,069 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2021 143,069 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 138,830 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 Oct 2020 138,830 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 132,104 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

both rear lamp unit lenses cracked

engine cover and undertray fitted

o/s/r tyre bald on inner edge and has a deep cut to outer sidewall

Fail 1 Oct 2019 132,054 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working sidelight bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

both rear lamp unit lenses cracked

engine cover and undertray fitted

o/s/r tyre bald on inner edge and has a deep cut to outer sidewall

Pass 24 Sep 2018 122,893 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 122,892 miles

Brake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible Damaged / Broken (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing Wheel Bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing Wheel Bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing Wheel Bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing Wheel Bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 112,649 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 101,522 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 86,711 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside rear light unit cracked

Pass 29 Apr 2014 69,687 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 52,553 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

condensation in rear lamps

Pass 1 May 2013 52,553 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

condensation in rear lamps

Pass 2 May 2012 38,453 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2011 26,052 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 18,110 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 13,540 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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OY06 VAH is a 2006 Audi A6 in Blue with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 OY06 VAH, 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 OY06 VAH registered?

OY06 VAH is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 22 March 2006.

Is OY06 VAH safe to buy?

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