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YX55 XBS

2005 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

178,609 mi
Last recorded178,609 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Audi A6109,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX55 XBS
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,969cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 178,609 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 178,608 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2015 148,435 miles

Offside Rear Child seat fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2014 130,224 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Sep 2013 100,642 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 79,010 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2011 68,087 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 55,520 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 44,973 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 44,971 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 31,126 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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YX55 XBS is a 2005 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XBS, 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 YX55 XBS registered?

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

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