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SM56 FVS

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

201,595 mi
Last recorded201,595 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 FVS
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 201,595 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 191,227 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

mil light on

no reverse light on

Pass 3 Jan 2024 185,154 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2022 179,963 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 175,569 miles

no reverse light

Fail 4 Nov 2021 175,569 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

no reverse light

Pass 27 Nov 2020 170,840 miles

EML illuminated

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

no reverse light

Pass 5 Nov 2019 165,860 miles

eml on

no reverse light

x4 tyres wearing edges and perishing

Pass 6 Nov 2018 160,185 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 151,903 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2017 151,839 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 135,006 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has side wall damage, possibly run flat

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

engine management light on

Pass 11 Nov 2015 118,185 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 101,341 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 84,095 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2013 84,095 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 75,169 miles

Rear tyres worn on edges.

Rear brake pads worn low.

Fail 16 Nov 2012 75,169 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear brake pads worn low.

Rear tyres worn on edges.

Pass 21 Oct 2011 65,768 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 56,774 miles

offside & nearside front anti roll bar drop link bushes worn / perishing

Pass 20 Nov 2009 38,645 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Nov 2009 38,643 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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 FVS is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FVS, 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 FVS registered?

SM56 FVS is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 18 November 2006.

Is SM56 FVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM56 FVS shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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