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PY56 DHO

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

178,147 mi
Last recorded178,147 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY56 DHO
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2024 178,147 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both worn (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear arms of front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 168,248 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 159,585 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 151,885 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 142,218 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 142,095 miles

Offside Front Outer Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 134,482 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 126,120 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 119,324 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 112,356 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 112,356 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 103,445 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 95,989 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 95,960 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 86,627 miles

rear tyres stepping on inner edges

Fail 24 Sep 2013 86,533 miles

Nearside Front Upper Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

rear tyres stepping on inner edges

Pass 26 Sep 2012 80,931 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 80,931 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Upper Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Fail 5 Nov 2011 71,726 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside mirror damaged

Pass 5 Nov 2011 71,726 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside mirror damaged

Pass 22 Oct 2010 59,222 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 42,418 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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PY56 DHO is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc 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 PY56 DHO, 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 DHO registered?

PY56 DHO is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 9 November 2006.

Is PY56 DHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY56 DHO shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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