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VU56 RLV

2006 Audi Q7

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

151,377 mi
Last recorded151,377 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi Q796,062 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 151,377 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 135,603 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 126,081 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 119,341 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 114,105 miles

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

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

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

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))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine management light on

failsafe/back up lights on

Fail 5 Nov 2021 114,105 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

engine management light on

failsafe/back up lights on

Pass 20 Aug 2020 102,137 miles

Covers fitted within the engine bay are obscuring some components.

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Middle row. ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Under trays fitted to the vehicle are obscuring some components.

Fail 13 Aug 2020 101,851 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Brake performance not tested Tyre below legal limit. Unable to perform decelerometer test. (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Covers fitted within the engine bay are obscuring some components.

Nearside Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Middle row. ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Under trays fitted to the vehicle are obscuring some components.

Pass 17 Nov 2018 90,063 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2017 83,572 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

Engine management warning lamp ON

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2016 75,847 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 66,075 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 55,958 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 53,279 miles

offside front tyre low on edge

Pass 15 Oct 2012 42,247 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 4 Oct 2011 39,304 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 36,596 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 30,548 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 RLV is a 2006 Audi Q7 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RLV, 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 RLV registered?

VU56 RLV is a 2006 Audi Q7, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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