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AE56 AYP

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

261,289 mi
Last recorded261,289 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 AYP
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 261,289 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2023 261,240 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 241,812 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 226,251 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 208,777 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 187,505 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2018 182,833 miles

Rear both rear heat sheilds for exhaust corroded and loose

plastic under trays fitted unable to inspect properly

Pass 24 Mar 2017 176,725 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 170,246 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 156,042 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Mar 2014 143,605 miles

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

rear number plate is starting to delaminate

Pass 31 Jan 2013 131,720 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2013 131,720 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2012 121,511 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 113,147 miles

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

offside front tyre starting to wear on edges

Fail 1 Mar 2011 113,147 miles

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

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

offside front tyre starting to wear on edges

Pass 15 Oct 2009 86,751 miles

engine warning light on

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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AE56 AYP is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,967cc 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 AE56 AYP, 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 AE56 AYP registered?

AE56 AYP is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 15 September 2006.

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