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SH56 TVL

2006 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

147,484 mi
Last recorded147,484 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 TVL
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 147,484 miles

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

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

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

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

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Feb 2025 143,914 miles

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

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

cover sills shields

Pass 15 Jan 2024 137,833 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 133,535 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 130,473 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 128,630 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 126,940 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under tray cover fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2019 123,908 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 120,283 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 117,095 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 112,921 miles

sill covers engine cover under trays

Pass 21 Jan 2015 108,120 miles

Nearside front tyre tread getting low 245-40-18

Offside front tyre tread getting low 245-40-18

Pass 25 Jan 2014 103,191 miles

nearside front anti-roll bar link bushes worn

offside front anti-roll bar link bushes worn

Pass 21 Jan 2013 99,150 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 91,348 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 81,407 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 75,331 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 75,331 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 51,672 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear 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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SH56 TVL is a 2006 Audi A6 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 SH56 TVL, 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 SH56 TVL registered?

SH56 TVL is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 7 November 2006.

Is SH56 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH56 TVL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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