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OY06 VBJ

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

180,617 mi
Last recorded180,617 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY06 VBJ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 180,617 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Nov 2025 180,617 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 175,899 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2024 175,899 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 169,377 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 163,377 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2022 163,377 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 160,137 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 156,437 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 145,695 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 135,575 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 125,277 miles

Front suspension upper arm mounting bushes deteriorating

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

Pass 12 May 2016 116,311 miles

Under trays. Blocking view of components.

Fail 12 May 2016 116,311 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Nearside Front Wiper slightly smearing.

Under trays. Blocking view of components.

Pass 23 May 2015 108,871 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 98,882 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 May 2013 84,707 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 84,707 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 May 2012 73,166 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 55,295 miles

offside front washer jet spray week

Pass 18 Feb 2010 43,180 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 Feb 2010 43,167 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Feb 2009 29,728 miles

p.a.s slightly noisy on full locks

wipers smearing slightly[screen very dirty]

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 VBJ is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 VBJ, 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 OY06 VBJ registered?

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

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