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A6 WXY

1997 Audi A6

Grey Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

146,708 mi
Last recorded146,708 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Audi A6133,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 WXY
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2012 146,708 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

rear diff leaking oil

Fail 26 Sep 2012 146,704 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

rear diff leaking oil

Pass 28 Sep 2011 141,299 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 141,214 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 133,985 miles

bad trannmission leak or power steering leak

Fail 30 Sep 2010 133,985 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

bad trannmission leak or power steering leak

Pass 22 Sep 2009 125,922 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 115,389 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 102,237 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 86,989 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 86,982 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 22 Sep 2005 72,722 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Pass 22 Sep 2005 72,722 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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A6 WXY is a 1997 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1997 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 133,271 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 A6 WXY, 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 29 years old, this Audi A6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A6 WXY registered?

A6 WXY is a 1997 Audi A6, first registered on 2 October 1997.

Is A6 WXY safe to buy?

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