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Audi A6

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 4,172 cc

S6 VBHMOT history

S6 VBH is a silver petrol Audi A6 first used on 1 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 145,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

S6 VBH silver Audi A6 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
145,697 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,937 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 VBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Audi
Model
A6
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,172 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 VBH was last recorded at 145,697 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 1,600 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,097 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,600 miles
Average per year
3,937 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,697 miles
  • 2025 – 144,097 miles
  • 2024 – 141,680 miles
  • 2023 – 141,600 miles
  • 2022 – 138,620 miles
  • 2021 – 135,858 miles
  • 2020 – 135,276 miles
  • 2019 – 130,430 miles
  • 2018 – 124,630 miles
  • 2017 – 119,516 miles
  • 2016 – 115,639 miles
  • 2015 – 111,517 miles
  • 2014 – 107,632 miles
  • 2013 – 103,733 miles
  • 2012 – 101,926 miles
  • 2011 – 96,880 miles
  • 2010 – 94,513 miles
  • 2009 – 90,389 miles
  • 2008 – 86,368 miles
  • 2007 – 81,259 miles
  • 2006 – 69,802 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,697 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 4 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,697 miles (+1,600)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    145,697 miles
    Test number
    756635130077
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass144,097 miles (+2,417)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    144,097 miles
    Test number
    348184958491
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and Rear (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass141,680 miles (+80)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    141,680 miles
    Test number
    838870608431
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail141,600 miles (+2,980)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,600 miles
    Test number
    110756359973
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside upper and lower general wear and tear on suspension arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml

  5. Pass138,620 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    138,620 miles
    Test number
    821283324928
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail138,620 miles (+2,762)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,620 miles
    Test number
    392911152636
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass135,858 miles (+129)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    135,858 miles
    Test number
    556583128003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail135,729 miles (+453)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,729 miles
    Test number
    520182422156
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  9. Pass135,276 miles (+4,846)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    135,276 miles
    Test number
    520179041652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass130,430 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    130,430 miles
    Test number
    433429068485
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear insecure heatshield

  11. Fail130,423 miles (+5,793)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,423 miles
    Test number
    791416396277
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective x2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear insecure heatshield

  12. Pass124,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    124,630 miles
    Test number
    158426919698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail124,630 miles (+5,114)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,630 miles
    Test number
    660155618790
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass119,516 miles (+52)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    119,516 miles
    Test number
    809737489908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Fail119,464 miles (+3,825)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,464 miles
    Test number
    526253028489
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass115,639 miles (+4,122)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    115,639 miles
    Test number
    452112133521
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamps rusty

  17. Pass111,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    111,517 miles
    Test number
    387456225158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail111,517 miles (+3,885)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,517 miles
    Test number
    807226825190
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  19. Pass107,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    107,632 miles
    Test number
    829250024149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail107,632 miles (+3,899)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,632 miles
    Test number
    969810324152
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass103,733 miles (+1,807)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    103,733 miles
    Test number
    669710153187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass101,926 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    101,926 miles
    Test number
    788514492165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail101,923 miles (+5,043)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,923 miles
    Test number
    189913792159
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

  24. Pass96,880 miles (+2,367)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    96,880 miles
    Test number
    865581801242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass94,513 miles (+4,124)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    94,513 miles
    Test number
    402874780240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass90,389 miles (+4,021)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    90,389 miles
    Test number
    423042889149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass86,368 miles (+5,109)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    86,368 miles
    Test number
    283877158128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass81,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    81,259 miles
    Test number
    374848667494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail81,259 miles (+11,457)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,259 miles
    Test number
    612478967248
    • FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  30. Pass69,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    69,802 miles
    Test number
    564917976262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S6 VBH

Does S6 VBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 VBH is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S6 VBH?
The MOT on S6 VBH is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S6 VBH done?
S6 VBH was recorded at 145,697 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 3,937 miles a year.
Has S6 VBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 VBH has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on S6 VBH ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S6 VBH find?
S6 VBH passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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