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VK55 XCE

2005 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2671cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

162,729 mi
Last recorded162,729 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A6109,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK55 XCE
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,671cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2016 162,729 miles

Front Tyres wearing on edges

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

O/s/r tyres wearing on outer edge

Pass 19 Jan 2015 157,155 miles

offside rear tyre has cut in tread but no cords showing

Pass 20 Jan 2014 143,894 miles

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

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)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs scored slightly

Pass 15 Jan 2013 134,823 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jan 2013 134,716 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jan 2012 126,273 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to fully check the rear coil springs due to rear suspension arm covers

Fail 11 Jan 2012 126,273 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

unable to fully check the rear coil springs due to rear suspension arm covers

Fail 25 Jan 2011 103,721 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 103,721 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 74,849 miles

rear innerpads wearing

Pass 26 Jan 2009 50,794 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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VK55 XCE is a 2005 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,671cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VK55 XCE, 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 VK55 XCE registered?

VK55 XCE is a 2005 Audi A6, first registered on 13 September 2005.

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