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YC56 VSK

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

174,441 mi
Last recorded174,441 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC56 VSK
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 174,441 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 171,020 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 161,918 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 158,452 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 155,122 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 151,518 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 146,674 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 140,436 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 130,507 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 120,810 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2016 113,416 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 166,239 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 166,238 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Feb 2014 156,329 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 88,765 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 80,844 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 80,844 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 70,606 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 70,606 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 60,320 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
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YC56 VSK is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 YC56 VSK, 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 YC56 VSK registered?

YC56 VSK is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 22 December 2006.

Is YC56 VSK safe to buy?

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