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OY06 VBN

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

179,744 mi
Last recorded179,744 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY06 VBN
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2026 179,744 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2026 179,060 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2025 168,857 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all top front inner bashers splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 161,253 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 inner bushes heavily splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Feb 2024 161,178 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 inner bushes heavily splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer close to cord replace asap (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer close to cord replace asap (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 158,369 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 154,417 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 151,992 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 149,893 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2020 149,893 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 144,962 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 138,663 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 132,379 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 124,180 miles

Rear child seats fitted full inspection of rear seat belts not possible

Pass 23 Mar 2015 113,748 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Mar 2014 96,963 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Mar 2013 74,612 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 62,539 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 53,194 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Mar 2010 42,221 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 42,221 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 41,945 miles

All tyres worn on outer edges.

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting 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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OY06 VBN is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 OY06 VBN, 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 VBN registered?

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

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