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R88 BTE

2006 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

83,176 mi
Last recorded83,176 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR88 BTE
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 83,176 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 71,654 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 69,705 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 62,107 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 60,183 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 55,948 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 52,033 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 48,726 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 48,726 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 44,703 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 39,540 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 36,713 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 33,045 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 30,051 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 25,874 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 21,311 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 21,311 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 17,741 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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R88 BTE is a 2006 Audi A6 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 R88 BTE, 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 R88 BTE registered?

R88 BTE is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 29 March 2006.

Is R88 BTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R88 BTE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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