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AY05 OBT

2005 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

178,317 mi
Last recorded178,317 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A6109,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 OBT
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 178,317 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush "rear" bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush "rear bush" (2.4.G.2)

all brake flexi hoses showing signs of age

oil leak at engine

oil leak at gearbox

various suspension bushes showing signs of age

Pass 7 Nov 2015 165,729 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 150,111 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 145,755 miles

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

Oil leak

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 5 Oct 2013 145,755 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Oil leak

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 139,144 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 129,197 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 108,717 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 108,584 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 101,193 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 80,428 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 59,416 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 59,416 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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AY05 OBT is a 2005 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AY05 OBT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY05 OBT registered?

AY05 OBT is a 2005 Audi A6, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is AY05 OBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 OBT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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