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SB56 NXS

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

181,593 mi
Last recorded181,593 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2021
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB56 NXS
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2021 181,593 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 166,047 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 151,023 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Apr 2019 151,023 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 141,707 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded Heavily corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Perishing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Reg light LED has 2 LED strips out

Offside Rear coil spring corroded Heavily corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 12 Apr 2018 141,707 miles

Nearside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Perishing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Reg light LED has 2 LED strips out

Pass 13 Apr 2017 134,589 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 134,589 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 125,145 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Undertrays fitted obscuring inspection of certain components

Fail 11 Apr 2016 125,145 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Undertrays fitted obscuring inspection of certain components

Pass 11 Apr 2015 110,042 miles

both rear tyres wearing uneven

Pass 18 Mar 2014 95,750 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)

Fail 18 Mar 2014 95,750 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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 21 Mar 2013 84,723 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 71,536 miles

front tyres close to legal limit - 225/50/17/Y

Pass 19 Mar 2011 53,872 miles

advise front tyres close to limit

advise rear brake pads getting low

Pass 23 Feb 2010 33,185 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 20,300 miles

both rear coil springs unable to check fully

undertrays fitted

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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SB56 NXS is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SB56 NXS, 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 SB56 NXS registered?

SB56 NXS is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 8 December 2006.

Is SB56 NXS safe to buy?

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