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AB51 AUS

2005 Audi A6

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

201,694 mi
Last recorded201,694 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Audi A6109,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB51 AUS
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2022 201,694 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 190,540 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 177,128 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 164,112 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 149,580 miles

Both front headlights misting over

Pass 8 Dec 2017 134,562 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 119,081 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 104,955 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 104,930 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 92,749 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 77,645 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 67,051 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 58,057 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 49,059 miles

2 front tyres cracking on inner sidewall

Fail 13 Nov 2010 49,059 miles

2 front tyres cracking on inner sidewall

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 39,327 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 30,244 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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AB51 AUS is a 2005 Audi A6 in Red 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 AB51 AUS, 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 AB51 AUS registered?

AB51 AUS is a 2005 Audi A6, first registered on 15 November 2005.

Is AB51 AUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB51 AUS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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