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VK06 UPG

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2969cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

214,532 mi
Last recorded214,532 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK06 UPG
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,969cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 214,532 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2026 214,532 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2025 208,217 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 3 Feb 2025 208,217 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 120,979 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 116,292 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 108,470 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective offside & nearside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Undertray not fully secure engine undertray damaged (8.1.1 (b) (i))

bonnet release lever stiff to operate

Pass 9 Feb 2021 102,471 miles

Nearside headlamp converter installed

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective crack/damage (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Undertray not fully secure broken and partially insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2020 96,623 miles

Offside Rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, outer lamp not working

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning outer lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (i))

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Pass 4 Feb 2019 93,231 miles

Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Pass 13 Feb 2018 84,129 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has damage to outer wall but no cords clearly visible

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Fail 13 Feb 2018 84,129 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre has damage to outer wall but no cords clearly visible

covers & undertrays obscuring some components

Pass 7 Feb 2017 80,153 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 74,431 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 67,975 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 63,406 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 63,404 miles

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

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

Outer Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 8 Feb 2014 63,379 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

all tyres cuts in outer bead

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

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

nearside front tyre cut in outer side wall

Pass 6 Feb 2013 59,510 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 4 Feb 2013 59,510 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 54,170 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 46,717 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 46,717 miles

Centre Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 37,903 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 31,315 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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VK06 UPG is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 VK06 UPG, 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 VK06 UPG registered?

VK06 UPG is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 28 March 2006.

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