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YR06 RAU

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

111,203 mi
Last recorded111,203 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR06 RAU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 111,203 miles

Both front tyres ON legal limit in center of tread

Center brake light not working

Nearside rear tyre 1-2mm from the legal limit and has slight damage to outer sidewall

Fail 3 Jul 2017 111,203 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Both front (2.4.G.2)

Central Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Both front tyres ON legal limit in center of tread

Center brake light not working

Nearside rear tyre 1-2mm from the legal limit and has slight damage to outer sidewall

Pass 27 Jun 2016 101,638 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4mm approx (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm approx (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 89,127 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Center brake lamp not working

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge close to ply/cords

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 77,714 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 66,576 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 57,722 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Jun 2012 57,722 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Jul 2011 52,395 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 52,381 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 25 May 2010 43,572 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 26 May 2009 32,581 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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YR06 RAU is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YR06 RAU, 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 YR06 RAU registered?

YR06 RAU is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 27 March 2006.

Is YR06 RAU safe to buy?

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