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YR56 KCX

2006 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

176,525 mi
Last recorded176,525 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR56 KCX
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 176,525 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2024 167,554 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all rear suspension and subframe mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2024 167,553 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all rear suspension and subframe mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 156,405 miles

Central Centre exhaust clamp cracked but secure/not leaking

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))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 154,423 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 151,747 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2021 151,747 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 148,878 miles

Offside Front Lower door trim loose likely to become dethatched

slight oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2019 147,104 miles

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

slight engine oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2018 142,395 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Offside Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 137,121 miles

Nearside Front brake disc is corroded on its inner face

Offside Front brake disc is corroded on its inner face

Pass 13 Oct 2016 132,328 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 125,815 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 117,612 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 107,299 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 93,017 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 78,254 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 78,254 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Oct 2010 63,801 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 45,947 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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YR56 KCX 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 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 YR56 KCX, 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 YR56 KCX registered?

YR56 KCX is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 9 November 2006.

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