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PY06 ETL

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

157,032 mi
Last recorded157,032 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY06 ETL
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,969cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 157,032 miles

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

Undercovers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 12 Oct 2024 150,828 miles

Undercovers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 18 Oct 2023 139,556 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2022 130,535 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 7 Oct 2022 130,535 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 127,665 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 121,271 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 109,903 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 106,293 miles

Front Under guards fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2017 101,386 miles

Front under guards fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2016 213,876 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 210,023 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 208,299 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2013 206,192 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 177,438 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 139,930 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 103,350 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 71,045 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2009 71,045 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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PY06 ETL is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 PY06 ETL, 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 PY06 ETL registered?

PY06 ETL is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 17 May 2006.

Is PY06 ETL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY06 ETL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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