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VU05 PRX

2005 Audi A6

Beige Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

158,242 mi
Last recorded158,242 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Audi A6109,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 PRX
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2017 158,242 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 147,010 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 128,611 miles

could not check 13 pin trailer socket

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 11 Jan 2014 163,155 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 153,886 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 153,886 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 138,776 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 123,912 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 107,735 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 90,342 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 76,813 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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VU05 PRX is a 2005 Audi A6 in Beige with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 VU05 PRX, 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 VU05 PRX registered?

VU05 PRX is a 2005 Audi A6, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is VU05 PRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 PRX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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