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PY56 BAV

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

172,370 mi
Last recorded172,370 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY56 BAV
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 172,370 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2026 172,336 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 172,294 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2024 172,225 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 168,409 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 158,178 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 140,339 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 133,854 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 125,118 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 113,147 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 100,286 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 82,725 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 73,557 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 60,978 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 57,472 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 52,789 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 45,191 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 45,188 miles

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

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

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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PY56 BAV is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PY56 BAV, 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 PY56 BAV registered?

PY56 BAV is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 3 November 2006.

Is PY56 BAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY56 BAV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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