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VN56 OWZ

2006 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

188,713 mi
Last recorded188,713 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 OWZ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 188,713 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2025 172,838 miles

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

underbody corrosion

Pass 12 Jan 2024 164,835 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 159,683 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2021 149,803 miles

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 21 Oct 2020 145,911 miles

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

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust heatshield insecure

Fail 20 Oct 2020 145,911 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted spring clip not mounted correctly (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted spring clip not mounted correctly (1.1.16 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust heatshield insecure

Pass 23 Sep 2019 141,794 miles

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

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

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

Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear inner sills corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear of chassis corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear exhaust heat sheild insecure

Pass 27 Sep 2018 136,871 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 132,508 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 127,571 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 122,199 miles

front tyres close to limit

Pass 17 Sep 2014 115,349 miles

eml light on

front discs lipped

Pass 18 Sep 2013 100,299 miles

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)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 79,973 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 71,865 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 60,376 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 45,826 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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VN56 OWZ is a 2006 Audi A6 in Silver with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VN56 OWZ, 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 VN56 OWZ registered?

VN56 OWZ is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is VN56 OWZ safe to buy?

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