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RO56 UPV

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

420,908 mi
Last recorded420,908 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO56 UPV
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2024 420,908 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2024 420,902 miles

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2023 407,149 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2022 244,095 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 244,095 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working both side (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 244,005 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 244,003 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Nov 2019 237,307 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2019 237,307 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 223,882 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Nov 2017 207,800 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Oct 2016 204,510 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under tray fitted at time of test

Fail 20 Oct 2016 204,510 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under tray fitted at time of test

Pass 3 Nov 2015 200,314 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 195,699 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 183,378 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 17 Oct 2013 183,378 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 165,106 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 123,228 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 103,467 miles

Spare tyre defective

offside rear tyre wearing on outside edge

Fail 14 Oct 2010 103,455 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

offside rear tyre wearing on outside edge

Pass 14 Oct 2009 76,232 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 73,599 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

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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RO56 UPV is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 RO56 UPV, 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.

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What year was RO56 UPV registered?

RO56 UPV is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 20 September 2006.

Is RO56 UPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO56 UPV shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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