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YY55 TZJ

2006 Audi A6

Black Diesel 2969cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,231 mi
Last recorded160,231 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Audi A6111,558 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY55 TZJ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,969cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 160,231 miles

Nearside Front window screen as a crack not affecting drivers view

Fail 14 Sep 2017 160,223 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front window screen as a crack not affecting drivers view

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front on limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 138,353 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 124,973 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 Jul 2014 123,052 miles

Both offside tyres cracked on edges

Windscreen cracked but not affecting the drivers view of the road

Pass 2 Feb 2013 120,750 miles

windscreen damaged but not with in swept area

Fail 2 Feb 2013 120,750 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

windscreen damaged but not with in swept area

Pass 11 Feb 2012 113,204 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 109,267 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 102,063 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

osf tyre has cut in sidewall but not exposing cords

Fail 20 Jan 2010 102,007 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

o/s/f tyre has cut on sidewall but not exposing cords

screen has damage outside swept area

Pass 10 Feb 2009 91,628 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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YY55 TZJ is a 2006 Audi A6 in Black with a 2,969cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 111,558 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YY55 TZJ, 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 20 years old, this Audi A6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YY55 TZJ registered?

YY55 TZJ is a 2006 Audi A6, first registered on 18 January 2006.

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