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AX53 APY

2003 Audi A6

Green Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

131,542 mi
Last recorded131,542 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A6108,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 APY
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2017 131,542 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)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 113,358 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

covers fitted limiting the inspection of some componants

ns/r shock absorber has a slight misting of oil

os/f brake hose deteriorating

rear brake discs worn and corroded

Fail 12 Oct 2016 113,063 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

covers fitted limiting the inspection of some componants

headlight lenses deteriorating

ns/f and os/f outer anti roll bar link bushes deteriorated

ns/f cv gaitor deteriorating[outer]

ns/r shock absorber has a slight misting of oil

os/f brake hose deteriorating

os/f shock absorber has a slight misting of oil

os/f upper suspension arm bushes starting to deteriorate

rear brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2015 97,329 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 86,577 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 86,577 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 73,896 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 73,896 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 66,764 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 63,520 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 63,520 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 57,732 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 57,729 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 53,294 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 47,184 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 39,390 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 31,781 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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AX53 APY is a 2003 Audi A6 in Green with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 AX53 APY, 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.

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What year was AX53 APY registered?

AX53 APY is a 2003 Audi A6, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is AX53 APY safe to buy?

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