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SM06 XXA

2006 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

236,378 mi
Last recorded236,378 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM06 XXA
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2021 236,378 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear disc and pads low

Pass 22 Aug 2020 220,410 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2020 220,410 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 198,667 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 184,561 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 163,856 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 135,905 miles

child seat in o/s/r not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt

o/s & n/s/f headlights slightly faded

o/s/r tyre slightly out of shape on inner tread

windscreen lightly chipped

Pass 17 Apr 2015 123,218 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2014 111,419 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 23 Apr 2014 111,419 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 99,249 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 88,665 miles

front rollbar linkrod rubbers perishing

front washerjets partly blocked

Pass 18 Apr 2011 73,409 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2010 57,860 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 May 2009 45,247 miles

Front brake pads warn down close to warning wires

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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SM06 XXA is a 2006 Audi A6 in Blue with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SM06 XXA, 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 SM06 XXA registered?

SM06 XXA is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 24 May 2006.

Is SM06 XXA safe to buy?

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