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YU05 VRL

2005 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

169,988 mi
Last recorded169,988 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A6109,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU05 VRL
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,698cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2022 169,988 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 162,257 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 151,406 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 151,402 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 137,294 miles

FRONT TYRES GETTING LOW

Fail 28 Mar 2017 137,288 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

FRONT TYRES GETTING LOW

Pass 29 Mar 2016 127,090 miles

undersheilds preventing full inspection

Pass 30 Mar 2015 117,384 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 105,938 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 105,938 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Brake pad warning light on

Front pads worn

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside and offside rear tyres worn on edges

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 96,303 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 90,688 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 84,105 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 75,871 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 61,922 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 48,132 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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YU05 VRL is a 2005 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YU05 VRL, 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

How do I check the history of YU05 VRL?

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What year was YU05 VRL registered?

YU05 VRL is a 2005 Audi A6, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is YU05 VRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU05 VRL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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