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SH56 XAM

2006 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

150,606 mi
Last recorded150,606 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 XAM
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 150,606 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play forward facing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 145,527 miles

Fuel tank slightly loose tankstrap broken but tank secure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 140,092 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 135,779 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 129,341 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 123,337 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 118,895 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 110,291 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 100,373 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 91,686 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 91,686 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 86,441 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 84,796 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 79,663 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 67,757 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 65,357 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 54,299 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 45,043 miles

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

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 XAM is a 2006 Audi A6 in Silver with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 XAM, 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 XAM registered?

SH56 XAM is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 9 November 2006.

Is SH56 XAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH56 XAM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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