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VN56 ZCO

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

224,753 mi
Last recorded224,753 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN56 ZCO
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,969cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 224,753 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 219,320 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2022 207,104 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 198,515 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 193,020 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2019 179,652 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 162,038 miles

undertrays and engine covers fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2017 148,507 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 148,507 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 135,845 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 135,845 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 113,753 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Nov 2013 104,100 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Nov 2012 91,903 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 15 Nov 2011 81,277 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 64,542 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 45,986 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 ZCO is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 ZCO, 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 ZCO registered?

VN56 ZCO is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 23 November 2006.

Is VN56 ZCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN56 ZCO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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