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VX56 UHP

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

189,171 mi
Last recorded189,171 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX56 UHP
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 189,171 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2025 185,528 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2025 185,528 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 180,885 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2024 180,885 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 178,019 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 178,019 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 170,961 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 159,763 miles

N/S/F tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 20 Nov 2014 147,508 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2013 131,942 miles

engine management light on

Pass 1 Oct 2012 116,497 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

engine management light on

Pass 31 Mar 2011 68,718 miles

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

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

front brake discs worn

plastic covers underside of vehicle front to rear

rear brake discs worn

Fail 31 Mar 2011 68,718 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

front brake discs worn

plastic covers underside of vehicle front to rear

rear brake discs worn

Pass 31 Mar 2010 30,708 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 26,367 miles

Child seat fitted to n.s.r not allowing full inspection of adult belt

stone chips in windscreen

Fail 13 Nov 2009 26,367 miles

Child seat fitted to n.s.r not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

stone chips in windscreen

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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VX56 UHP is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VX56 UHP, 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 VX56 UHP registered?

VX56 UHP is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 30 November 2006.

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The MOT history for VX56 UHP shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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