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A6 YSJ

1997 Audi A6

Red Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,778 mi
Last recorded146,778 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2007
Typical for 1997 Audi A6133,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 YSJ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2007 146,778 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 141,089 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 141,089 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

wheelalignment requires attention

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 YSJ is a 1997 Audi A6 in Red with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YSJ, 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

How do I check the history of A6 YSJ?

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What year was A6 YSJ registered?

A6 YSJ is a 1997 Audi A6, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is A6 YSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 YSJ shows 3 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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