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AF05 UHX

2005 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

207,915 mi
Last recorded207,915 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A6109,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 UHX
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 207,915 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2016 207,909 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 192,168 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 192,164 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 177,884 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Feb 2014 177,884 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Feb 2013 163,198 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 148,305 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

advise slight corrosion rear discs

advise towbar wiring , indicators flash to fast

Fail 23 Feb 2012 148,305 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

advise slight corrosion rear discs

advise towbar wiring , indicators flash to fast

Pass 22 Feb 2011 132,413 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 132,413 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 109,664 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 109,664 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 85,529 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 63,866 miles

For the rear fog light to work the tow bar adapter must be removed.

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 63,866 miles

For the rear fog light to work the tow bar adapter must be removed.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AF05 UHX is a 2005 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 2005 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 109,797 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 AF05 UHX, 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 21 years old, this Audi A6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF05 UHX registered?

AF05 UHX is a 2005 Audi A6, first registered on 2 March 2005.

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