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VE06 SZJ

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

219,532 mi
Last recorded219,532 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE06 SZJ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 219,532 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both upper arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 18 Apr 2026 219,532 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both upper arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexi to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2019 206,192 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 187,298 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 197,109 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2017 194,314 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 189,347 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 189,347 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 6 Sep 2016 189,343 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Aug 2015 182,426 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 173,604 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 165,407 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 152,819 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

O/S/R shock absorber bump stop deteriorated

Pass 5 Sep 2011 140,861 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 123,463 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 103,416 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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VE06 SZJ is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VE06 SZJ, 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 VE06 SZJ registered?

VE06 SZJ is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 12 July 2006.

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