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SM56 DMF

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

171,105 mi
Last recorded171,105 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 DMF
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 171,105 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 160,542 miles

Corrosion under body

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Upper Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 156,529 miles

Coil spring corroded both front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Slight corrosion under body

Pass 20 Jun 2019 148,869 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 136,361 miles

Coil spring corroded front/rear both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Engine/brake pipe cover fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear 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 10 Jun 2017 191,263 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 108,019 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 104,766 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 97,580 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 94,005 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 94,002 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Oct 2012 84,493 miles

Front number plate delaminated.

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 64,776 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 48,975 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 31,648 miles

Both front tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

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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SM56 DMF is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SM56 DMF, 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 SM56 DMF registered?

SM56 DMF is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 26 October 2006.

Is SM56 DMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM56 DMF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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