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YE55 MLJ

2005 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

178,101 mi
Last recorded178,101 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A6109,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE55 MLJ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2023 178,101 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Jan 2023 178,099 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 168,064 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 156,338 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 146,346 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 146,345 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 138,226 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 129,225 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)

Fail 19 Dec 2016 129,225 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)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 119,437 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 109,786 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 98,041 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2013 98,041 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 86,800 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 73,040 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 60,350 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 47,800 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 47,800 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 41,412 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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YE55 MLJ is a 2005 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,698cc 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 YE55 MLJ, 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 YE55 MLJ registered?

YE55 MLJ is a 2005 Audi A6, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is YE55 MLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE55 MLJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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