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A6 XLD

1998 Audi A6

Grey Petrol 2771cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,527 mi
Last recorded83,527 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2009
Typical for 1998 Audi A6130,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 XLD
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,771cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2009 83,527 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

engine/transmission/rear axle oil leaks

front brake discs worn

Pass 4 Feb 2008 75,992 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2007 69,416 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 69,416 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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)

Pass 4 Feb 2006 62,254 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2006 62,254 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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 XLD is a 1998 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,771cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 130,999 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 A6 XLD, 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 28 years old, this Audi A6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A6 XLD?

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What year was A6 XLD registered?

A6 XLD is a 1998 Audi A6, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is A6 XLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 XLD shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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