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RV06 AEL

2006 Audi A6

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

102,938 mi
Last recorded102,938 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV06 AEL
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 102,938 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 95,753 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2023 88,348 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2022 85,195 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2021 81,126 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 77,532 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 71,881 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 68,797 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 68,608 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 65,078 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 59,645 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 55,999 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine amangement warning lamp staying on.

front brake discs slightly scored/corroded.

n/s/f headlamp aim was too low, and too far to the left, now adjusted to correct aim.

o/s/r tyre has a slight tear on outer sidewall.

Pass 14 May 2013 48,784 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 15 May 2012 42,235 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 42,235 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2011 35,806 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 29,199 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 21,933 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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RV06 AEL is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 RV06 AEL, 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 RV06 AEL registered?

RV06 AEL is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is RV06 AEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV06 AEL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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