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BL05 VTF

2005 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,423 mi
Last recorded137,423 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Audi A6109,797 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 VTF
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2018 137,423 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2017 127,608 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 118,703 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 118,703 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 107,631 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 97,114 miles

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

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

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

excessive engine rattle on start up

front bumper accident damage

n/s sill has damage

o/s reverse light inop

Fail 28 Dec 2013 97,040 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8) DANGEROUS

EML light on

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

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

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

excessive engine rattle on start up

front bumper accident damage

headlight range control defective warning on

n/s sill has damage

o/s reverse light inop

Pass 28 Dec 2011 85,895 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2011 73,725 miles

Front c-links worn

Pass 7 Jan 2010 64,863 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 64,830 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

offside rear tyre has cut in outer sidewall not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 10 Dec 2008 52,162 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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BL05 VTF is a 2005 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BL05 VTF, 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 BL05 VTF registered?

BL05 VTF is a 2005 Audi A6, first registered on 1 July 2005.

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