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YX55 WLJ

2005 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

179,889 mi
Last recorded179,889 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A6109,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX55 WLJ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2022 179,889 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Covered in grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 172,895 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 165,432 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 165,432 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened inner (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened outer (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 158,341 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 151,003 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 144,397 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 137,014 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2015 129,702 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 122,154 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2013 115,596 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2012 107,921 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 100,910 miles

o/s/f tyre have cut but not deep

Pass 8 Sep 2010 88,289 miles

O/S/ Rear light cracked and has water in lamp unit

Slight exhaust leak from EGR cooler

Pass 4 Sep 2009 68,231 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 52,107 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 52,107 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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YX55 WLJ is a 2005 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YX55 WLJ, 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.

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What year was YX55 WLJ registered?

YX55 WLJ is a 2005 Audi A6, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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