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BG55 UWB

2005 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

246,978 mi
Last recorded246,978 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A6109,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 UWB
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,969cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2019 246,978 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

front upper/inner suspension bushes cracked

upper/lower covers fitted

Fail 25 Sep 2019 246,977 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

brake pad warning light on

front upper/inner suspension bushes cracked

upper/lower covers fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2018 223,173 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front upper/inner suspension bushes cracked

upper/lower covers fitted

Fail 15 Oct 2018 223,173 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front upper/inner suspension bushes cracked

upper/lower covers fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2017 197,778 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 171,186 miles

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

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

engine management light on

Pass 30 Sep 2015 149,097 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 128,679 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 128,679 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 111,093 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 111,093 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 99,025 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 85,976 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)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 72,736 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 57,405 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 44,663 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 44,663 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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BG55 UWB is a 2005 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 BG55 UWB, 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 BG55 UWB registered?

BG55 UWB is a 2005 Audi A6, first registered on 27 October 2005.

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