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SW56 EYP

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

147,051 mi
Last recorded147,051 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 147,051 miles

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

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

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

some components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend

Pass 23 Dec 2019 142,354 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fuel tank slightly loose rear strap corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 26 Nov 2019 142,351 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and both rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 136,948 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 136,948 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 124,063 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2018 124,063 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 110,725 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 99,863 miles

front registration plate damaged

Pass 26 Jan 2015 90,180 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 90,180 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 77,130 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 56,900 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 49,387 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 42,862 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 42,100 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 33,527 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 24,024 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 EYP is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc 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 SW56 EYP, 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 EYP registered?

SW56 EYP is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 20 December 2006.

Is SW56 EYP safe to buy?

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