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SM57 LDE

2007 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

161,772 mi
Last recorded161,772 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Audi A6110,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM57 LDE
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 161,772 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2024 158,244 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated MARKED (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated MARKED (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 19 Nov 2024 158,243 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR ARM,MARKED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR ARM,MARKED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure X6,MARKED (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated MARKED (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated MARKED (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 156,133 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2023 149,654 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 140,611 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 130,924 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 116,687 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 103,172 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 97,504 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2017 97,504 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2016 90,058 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 20 Jul 2016 90,058 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Jul 2015 83,532 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 80,477 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 71,288 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 63,094 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 46,845 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2010 34,678 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

offside front and both rear tyres worn and approaching the legal limit

Pass 13 Oct 2010 34,678 miles

offside front and both rear tyres worn and approaching the legal limit

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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SM57 LDE is a 2007 Audi A6 in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 110,176 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 SM57 LDE, 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 19 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 SM57 LDE registered?

SM57 LDE is a 2007 Audi A6, first registered on 26 October 2007.

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