CarVerify

Free Car Check

YB06 YXO

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2696cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2025
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

151,820 mi
Last recorded151,820 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Audi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB06 YXO
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,696cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2024 151,820 miles

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

factory fitted undertrays obscuring inspection

front fog lights missing /bumper damage

high level brake light inop

Fail 10 Dec 2024 151,706 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))

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

coolant level low

factory fitted undertrays obscuring inspection

front fog lights missing /bumper damage

high level brake light inop

Pass 16 Nov 2023 138,655 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both side lower front (5.3.2 (c))

Spare tyre defective ()

engine light on

engine under tray slightly loose

high level stop light not working

Fail 16 Nov 2023 138,655 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both side lower front (5.3.2 (c))

Spare tyre defective ()

engine light on

engine under tray slightly loose

high level stop light not working

Pass 8 Dec 2022 128,629 miles

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

under sheilds blocking full inspection

Fail 6 Dec 2022 128,629 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

under sheilds blocking full inspection

Pass 13 Dec 2021 121,130 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2021 121,112 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure heat shield (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 116,537 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2019 112,424 miles

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

Fail 26 Nov 2019 112,393 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 106,951 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 106,948 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer splitting 225 50 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2017 100,933 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 96,891 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 89,544 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 79,067 miles

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

Nearside front tyre sidewall perishing

Offside Rear passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

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

Fail 24 Jun 2013 78,970 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Nearside front tyre sidewall perishing

Offside Rear passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 69,992 miles

front anti roll bar linkage has slight play in pin/bush

Pass 8 Jun 2011 58,913 miles

All brake discs corroded and lipped

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 47,327 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 36,806 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
Full Audi A6 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YB06 YXO is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,696cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 YB06 YXO, 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 YB06 YXO?

You can check the full history of YB06 YXO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YB06 YXO registered?

YB06 YXO is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 27 June 2006.

Is YB06 YXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB06 YXO shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YB06 YXO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YB06 YXO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.