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ST56 OBX

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

149,500 mi
Last recorded149,500 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST56 OBX
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 149,500 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 141,229 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 135,731 miles

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

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

Pass 28 May 2019 127,442 miles

eml light on

high smoke reading

Fail 3 Apr 2019 125,998 miles

Electronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated and likely to cause a short-circuit (4.10 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 7 Apr 2018 107,982 miles

both rear tyre wearing on both edges

Pass 5 Apr 2017 101,799 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 91,765 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring components

removed items from drivers view prior to test

Fail 14 Dec 2015 91,058 miles

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

engine cover and under trays fitted obscuring components

removed items from drivers view prior to test

Pass 6 Jan 2015 83,157 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 77,869 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 71,643 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 56,158 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 56,156 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 38,126 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Nov 2009 25,240 miles

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 OBX is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ST56 OBX, 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

How do I check the history of ST56 OBX?

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What year was ST56 OBX registered?

ST56 OBX is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is ST56 OBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST56 OBX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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