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SL06 XAM

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,197 mi
Last recorded148,197 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL06 XAM
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 148,197 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear all suspension components corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2022 145,726 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 143,912 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2020 139,328 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 139,328 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 136,160 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 131,718 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 131,718 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 122,346 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 111,562 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 100,957 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 100,947 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 87,963 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 747,122 miles

o/s/f position lamp flickering

Pass 9 Mar 2012 64,982 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 58,703 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 50,227 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 40,246 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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SL06 XAM 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 83.3%.

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 SL06 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.

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What year was SL06 XAM registered?

SL06 XAM is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 28 March 2006.

Is SL06 XAM safe to buy?

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