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AY55 LHU

2005 Audi A6

Silver Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

241,883 mi
Last recorded241,883 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Audi A6109,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 LHU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 241,883 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 223,403 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 205,739 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 189,898 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 174,957 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 166,877 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 163,934 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2019 163,934 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 158,400 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Oct 2018 158,400 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 152,395 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 20 Oct 2017 152,395 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 146,617 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside rear tyre inner sidewall slightly damaged, but not deep enough to reach tyre structure.

Pass 16 Oct 2015 140,549 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of an adult seatbelt

Pass 18 Oct 2013 131,741 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 124,890 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 108,456 miles

centre brake lights up dim with sidelights rear tyres badly worn on inner edges

Fail 31 Oct 2011 108,456 miles

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

centre brake lights up dim with sidelights rear tyres badly worn on inner edges

Pass 2 Nov 2010 91,351 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 91,351 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 77,495 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 56,898 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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AY55 LHU is a 2005 Audi A6 in Silver with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 AY55 LHU, 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 AY55 LHU registered?

AY55 LHU is a 2005 Audi A6, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is AY55 LHU safe to buy?

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