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YK06 NLM

2006 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

163,274 mi
Last recorded163,274 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK06 NLM
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 163,274 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 154,493 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc cover loose

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2021 141,552 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2020 125,362 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2019 117,427 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 117,385 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 3 Jan 2018 106,041 miles

Front both tyres cracking on outer sidewalls

Front pads (cant see inner pads )

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on outer sidewall

Offside Front tyre getting low on inner edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm left (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 19 Dec 2017 106,041 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Bonnet retaining device ineffective 2nd lock (8.4.2) DANGEROUS

Front both tyres cracking on outer sidewalls

Front pads (cant see inner pads )

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on outer sidewall

Offside Front tyre getting low on inner edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm left (3.5.1g)

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

engine light on dash

Pass 10 Jan 2017 105,117 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 98,412 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 93,492 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 82,808 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 71,698 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 99,738 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 80,710 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 80,710 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 64,666 miles

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

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

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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YK06 NLM is a 2006 Audi A6 in Blue with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YK06 NLM, 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 YK06 NLM registered?

YK06 NLM is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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