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RV56 AYW

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

199,172 mi
Last recorded199,172 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 AYW
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 199,172 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)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Underside covers fitted

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 183,949 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and outer (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn down on inner and outer of tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement and outer (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn down on inner and outer of tread (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

engine bay covers fitted

under body trays fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2015 168,853 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear number plate water damaged

Pass 4 Aug 2014 152,959 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroded

rear no.plate surround slightly loose

stone chips in windscreen

Fail 4 Aug 2014 152,959 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust corroded

rear no.plate surround slightly loose

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 30 Aug 2013 137,427 miles

emmisions to clean

rear tyres heavy age cracking and out of shape

wipers smearing

Pass 24 Aug 2012 122,873 miles

Clutch heavy in operation

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front wiper blades worn

N/s/r tyre has slight age cracks

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

suspect low tone horn inop

O/s/r tyre has bad age cracks

Fail 24 Aug 2012 122,873 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

N/s/r tyre has slight age cracks

Clutch heavy in operation

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front wiper blades worn

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

power stering level low

suspect low tone horn inop

washer jets partly blocked

O/s/r tyre has bad age cracks

Pass 26 Aug 2011 105,527 miles

Front wipers worn

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 89,246 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 71,477 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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)

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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RV56 AYW is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RV56 AYW, 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 RV56 AYW registered?

RV56 AYW is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is RV56 AYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV56 AYW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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