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RY55 WZV

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

198,273 mi
Last recorded198,273 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 WZV
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,969cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 198,273 miles

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

hi level stop light not working

Pass 14 Aug 2025 193,099 miles

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

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2025 193,099 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 188,206 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2024 188,206 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 183,580 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2022 177,459 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 169,141 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2020 157,682 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and started to perish (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 149,431 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre inner sidewall has slight damage

Pass 28 Aug 2018 135,724 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 135,724 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 123,072 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 115,744 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2015 107,495 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2014 100,868 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2013 90,524 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2013 90,521 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 75,770 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 58,387 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 50,320 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 50,318 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 40,921 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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RY55 WZV is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 RY55 WZV, 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 RY55 WZV registered?

RY55 WZV is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 19 January 2006.

Is RY55 WZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY55 WZV shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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