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SP56 HGG

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

127,129 mi
Last recorded127,129 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP56 HGG
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2023 127,129 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 119,617 miles

Front Lower BOTTOM COVER NOT IN POSITION

Fail 22 Mar 2022 119,590 miles

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark FLUID LEAK FROM O/S/F METAL BRAKE PIPE/CALIPER (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower BOTTOM COVER NOT IN POSITION

BRAKE TEST ABANDONED DUE TO EXCESSIVE FLUID LEAK

Pass 31 Mar 2021 111,409 miles

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 30 Mar 2020 106,125 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 98,093 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 97,902 miles

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

Offside Fuel pipe leaking under vehicle (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2018 89,394 miles

under trays covering under side of vehicle

Pass 15 Feb 2017 76,100 miles

under trays covering under side of vehicle

Pass 7 Mar 2016 67,117 miles

EML Light on

Fail 4 Mar 2016 67,111 miles

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

EML Light on

Pass 10 Feb 2015 63,498 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jan 2014 58,821 miles

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT IS ON

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

PLASTIC COVERS OVER COMPLETE UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2013 55,265 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 50,665 miles

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 18 Nov 2010 46,980 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 36,192 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 36,192 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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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SP56 HGG is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 SP56 HGG, 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 SP56 HGG registered?

SP56 HGG is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 16 November 2006.

Is SP56 HGG safe to buy?

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