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SW56 EFB

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

224,048 mi
Last recorded224,048 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW56 EFB
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 224,048 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s n/s (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2022 223,952 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s n/s (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2020 188,471 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

under tray fitted

Fail 8 Dec 2020 188,471 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

under tray fitted

Pass 14 May 2019 177,000 miles

underneath tray fitted

Fail 14 May 2019 177,000 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

underneath tray fitted

Pass 19 May 2018 165,612 miles

Both windscreen wipers slightly smeary

Front Both tyres wearing on inner edge

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

Inner Brake pads not seen

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2017 151,223 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 132,629 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 114,969 miles

some ware to front and rear brake discs

Pass 23 Jan 2015 111,499 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 23 Jan 2015 111,499 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 24 Jan 2014 159,353 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 99,038 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 11 Jan 2013 84,362 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 70,847 miles

both rear bump stops slightly perished

wipers smearing slightly

Pass 26 Jan 2011 58,890 miles

Slight wear on all 4 brake discs.

Fail 26 Jan 2011 58,890 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Centre Rear An item not tested (Manual)

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

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

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

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Slight wear on all 4 brake discs.

Pass 30 Jan 2010 46,323 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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SW56 EFB is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 SW56 EFB, 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 SW56 EFB registered?

SW56 EFB is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 1 December 2006.

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