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YL06 AKF

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

141,520 mi
Last recorded141,520 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL06 AKF
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 141,520 miles

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2026 141,502 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 122,665 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2022 117,559 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 109,109 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2021 109,109 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2020 105,002 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2019 96,253 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 87,246 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 87,246 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nail in tyre o/s/r x2 ()

Pass 24 Jul 2017 81,783 miles

Nearside Rear Outer tyre has damage that should be changed soon

Pass 12 Jul 2016 73,909 miles

Offside Front Outer wall has damage and should be replaced soon

Offside Rear Outer wall has damage and should be replaced soon

Pass 16 Jul 2015 68,814 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 63,870 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 59,203 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 59,203 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 51,432 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 44,989 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 38,564 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 30,505 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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YL06 AKF is a 2006 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YL06 AKF, 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 YL06 AKF registered?

YL06 AKF is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 27 July 2006.

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