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AP05 DPV

2005 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

154,238 mi
Last recorded154,238 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A6109,797 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 DPV
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2023 154,238 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 152,097 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 148,068 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 144,996 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 141,064 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 135,628 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 129,551 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 121,764 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 112,871 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 104,329 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 94,971 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 84,371 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 77,715 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 67,587 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 67,587 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 58,075 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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AP05 DPV is a 2005 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 AP05 DPV, 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 AP05 DPV registered?

AP05 DPV is a 2005 Audi A6, first registered on 7 July 2005.

Is AP05 DPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP05 DPV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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