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WG55 DCU

2005 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

178,892 mi
Last recorded178,892 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Audi A6109,797 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG55 DCU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2020 178,892 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 164,648 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2019 164,640 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2018 152,582 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 152,582 miles

Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 141,794 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 133,433 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 128,309 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 120,707 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 112,909 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 105,250 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 105,250 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 98,132 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 91,449 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 91,449 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 83,101 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 83,101 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 74,160 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 73,771 miles

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

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

rear no plate starting to delaminate

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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WG55 DCU is a 2005 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WG55 DCU, 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 WG55 DCU registered?

WG55 DCU is a 2005 Audi A6, first registered on 25 October 2005.

Is WG55 DCU safe to buy?

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