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VX55 WDS

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

157,776 mi
Last recorded157,776 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 WDS
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2021 157,776 miles

Front wipers smear

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 154,836 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Undertrays fitted

Fail 29 Sep 2020 154,836 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 3 May 2019 148,771 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all upper arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged both fronts and n/s/rear outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 May 2019 148,771 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all upper arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged both fronts and n/s/rear outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 143,897 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 116,536 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low on both edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low on both edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 113,412 miles

Child Seat fitted

Pass 1 May 2015 102,562 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 91,369 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jan 2014 90,642 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2014 90,636 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 77,777 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 77,637 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 76,889 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 70,566 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 65,559 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 57,146 miles

Rear Number Plate Slightly Insercure

Fail 23 Dec 2008 57,146 miles

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

Rear Number Plate Slightly Insercure

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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VX55 WDS is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VX55 WDS, 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.

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What year was VX55 WDS registered?

VX55 WDS is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 14 January 2006.

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