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VU56 ABO

2006 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

192,313 mi
Last recorded192,313 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU56 ABO
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 192,313 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 188,193 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Oct 2021 188,193 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 183,826 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 183,826 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 176,818 miles

slight wear on front tyres inner edges

stonechip in windscreen

Pass 19 Oct 2018 164,295 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 153,558 miles

nearside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 29 Oct 2016 142,654 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 132,528 miles

Child seat fitted to offside rear preventing full inspection of adult belt.

Pass 31 Oct 2014 122,641 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2013 111,790 miles

diesel to clean for test

Pass 31 Oct 2012 100,985 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

diesel to clean for test

Pass 26 Oct 2011 90,904 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 72,692 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Unable to see testable items due to extensive use of plastic covers

Pass 14 Oct 2009 65,194 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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VU56 ABO is a 2006 Audi A6 in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VU56 ABO, 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

How do I check the history of VU56 ABO?

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What year was VU56 ABO registered?

VU56 ABO is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 4 November 2006.

Is VU56 ABO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU56 ABO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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