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SW55 FXL

2006 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

257,368 mi
Last recorded257,368 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW55 FXL
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2016 257,368 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2016 257,368 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 215,426 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 177,319 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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)

offside rear lamp lenz cracked

Fail 17 Sep 2014 177,318 miles

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

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

Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

offside rear lamp lenz cracked

Pass 3 Oct 2013 135,703 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 106,566 miles

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

offside rear tyre has uneven wear.

Pass 10 Jun 2011 92,913 miles

off side rear tyre has uneven wear.

Fail 9 Jun 2011 92,909 miles

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

both front tyres close to wear indicators.

off side rear tyre has uneven wear.

Pass 29 Mar 2010 80,781 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2010 80,756 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 61,798 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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SW55 FXL is a 2006 Audi A6 in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SW55 FXL, 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 SW55 FXL registered?

SW55 FXL is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 23 January 2006.

Is SW55 FXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW55 FXL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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