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SH56 RYO

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,688 mi
Last recorded119,688 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2021
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 RYO
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2021 119,688 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 112,756 miles

Central Front front bumper damaged and in poor condition

Pass 3 May 2019 101,431 miles

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

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

Fail 3 May 2019 101,431 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 90,348 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage bumper (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage bumper (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear tyre tread corrugated

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all 3 ()

Pass 24 Apr 2017 81,244 miles

nearside front wing damaged

petrol flap cover missing.

Pass 5 May 2016 77,501 miles

damage to nearside front wing area.

petrol flap cover missing.

Pass 13 Sep 2014 69,425 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 61,283 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Jul 2013 61,282 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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2012 49,934 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 May 2012 49,934 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Nov 2011 45,954 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside rear tyre starting to form cracks in tread pattern

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 36,100 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 tyre cracking

Fail 28 Sep 2010 36,100 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (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)

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 8 Oct 2009 26,703 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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SH56 RYO is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SH56 RYO, 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 SH56 RYO registered?

SH56 RYO is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 27 October 2006.

Is SH56 RYO safe to buy?

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