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AK53 FSA

2003 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1871cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

213,076 mi
Last recorded213,076 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Audi A6108,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 FSA
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,871cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 213,076 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 210,974 miles

Dipstick tube broken

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases turbo flexible section (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 208,605 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule body to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule body to axle beam (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Oct 2023 208,594 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose porous (1.1.12 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose porous (1.1.12 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule body to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule body to axle beam (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 204,531 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 200,074 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 197,820 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 194,958 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 183,043 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 173,424 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 166,457 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 160,830 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2014 154,360 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jul 2013 146,143 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 135,467 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 135,467 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 125,044 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Jun 2011 125,044 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 117,172 miles

brake discs pitted and dished on front

Pass 15 Jul 2009 105,586 miles

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 14 Jul 2009 105,586 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 88,574 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 77,635 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 66,395 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

nearside front tyre on 3mm

Pass 7 Sep 2006 66,395 miles

nearside front tyre on 3mm

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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AK53 FSA is a 2003 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,871cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 108,650 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 AK53 FSA, 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 23 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 AK53 FSA registered?

AK53 FSA is a 2003 Audi A6, first registered on 6 October 2003.

Is AK53 FSA safe to buy?

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