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YK05 NKU

2005 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

146,404 mi
Last recorded146,404 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Audi A6109,797 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 NKU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2019 146,404 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 141,835 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 131,197 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 125,491 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 115,041 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 105,218 miles

slight corrosion to center section of exhaust system. Front tyres worn oninner edge.Slight engine oil leak.

Pass 16 Jul 2013 94,800 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2013 94,800 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 81,543 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 81,511 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 66,615 miles

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

both outer c.v boots cracked

slight oil leak on gearbox

Fail 14 Oct 2010 66,178 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

both outer c.v boots cracked

rear brake discs pitted

slight oil leak on gearbox

Pass 12 Oct 2009 56,151 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 51,391 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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YK05 NKU is a 2005 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YK05 NKU, 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 YK05 NKU registered?

YK05 NKU is a 2005 Audi A6, first registered on 25 April 2005.

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