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VU56 HNW

2006 Audi Q7

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

169,982 mi
Last recorded169,982 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi Q796,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU56 HNW
MakeAudi
ModelQ7
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 169,982 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))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 165,045 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 4 (5.2.3 (e))

underbody corroded

undercovers fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2023 162,157 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x3

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i)

under covers fitted

Pass 5 Aug 2022 156,508 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x3 ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under covers fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2021 151,357 miles

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

engine covers + under tray fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2020 148,100 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 227,868 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2019 227,868 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 125,541 miles

EML, Bulb & Brakes warning lights on

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Mid row ()

Nearside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake Pad wear sensor not fitted to pads

Fail 7 Mar 2018 125,537 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt Midrow - Stalk surround broken/missing (5.2.2a)

EML, Bulb & Brakes warning lights on

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Mid row ()

Nearside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Inner Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake Pad wear sensor not fitted to pads

Pass 9 Mar 2017 115,533 miles

EML on

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 112,526 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 107,704 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 100,169 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 93,027 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 85,336 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 75,359 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 65,012 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 65,012 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2009 47,092 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 29,907 miles

How Reliable is the Audi Q7?

Based on 556,904 MOT tests across 56,360 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
7,889
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
56,360
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,208
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2,166
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,137
Registration plate lamp not working 1,958
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VU56 HNW is a 2006 Audi Q7 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Audi Q7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 96,062 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi Q7 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,208 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU56 HNW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi Q7 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Audi Q7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU56 HNW registered?

VU56 HNW is a 2006 Audi Q7, first registered on 3 November 2006.

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