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YM05 RZA

2005 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

197,059 mi
Last recorded197,059 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A6109,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM05 RZA
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2023 197,059 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2023 197,059 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 177,555 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 168,498 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 153,604 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2019 153,604 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 143,505 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 137,601 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil bothsides (2.7.3)

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

engine management light on

Pass 26 Oct 2016 131,541 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil bothsides (2.7.3)

Offside Front tyre slight wear outer edge

Pass 7 Oct 2015 123,267 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil bothsides (2.7.3)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated bothsides (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 118,385 miles

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)

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 29 Oct 2014 118,385 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Oct 2013 165,574 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)

centre brake light not working

Pass 31 Oct 2012 147,538 miles

center brake light not working

eml light on

Pass 28 Oct 2011 129,111 miles

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

centre brake light not working

lip on both front and rear discs

Pass 27 Oct 2009 86,872 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 63,739 miles

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)

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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YM05 RZA is a 2005 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YM05 RZA, 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 YM05 RZA registered?

YM05 RZA is a 2005 Audi A6, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is YM05 RZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM05 RZA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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