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ST56 LMU

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

120,543 mi
Last recorded120,543 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST56 LMU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,969cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2019 120,543 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2019 120,543 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 114,760 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 114,666 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 108,274 miles

engine management light on

Fail 3 Jun 2017 108,206 miles

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

engine management light on

offside front tyre inner edge wear

Pass 4 Jun 2016 100,969 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

engine management light on

Pass 26 Jun 2015 92,903 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 84,033 miles

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

n/s/r number plate lamp dull

Pass 15 Jun 2013 73,917 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)

emissions not detected

Pass 16 Jun 2012 64,826 miles

emissions not detected

Pass 1 Jul 2011 56,369 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 50,425 miles

Brake wear warning lamp indicates fault !

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 36,781 miles

Rear tyres 3-4mm.

Fail 5 Nov 2009 36,781 miles

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

Front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges.

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)

Rear tyres 3-4mm.

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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ST56 LMU is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 ST56 LMU, 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 ST56 LMU registered?

ST56 LMU is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 20 November 2006.

Is ST56 LMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST56 LMU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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