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CA61 DYU

2012 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

177,258 mi
Last recorded177,258 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 2012 Audi A688,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA61 DYU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2024 177,258 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2024 177,258 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 167,649 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 159,602 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 146,519 miles

Tyres worn on edges

Fail 16 Jul 2021 146,513 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Tyres worn on edges

Pass 15 Feb 2020 130,564 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 121,164 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 114,264 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80% approx (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 80-90% approx (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 105,381 miles

Both front tyres worn to about 3-4mm tread.

Both rear tyres worn to about 3mm tread on outer edges.

Near side front tyre has slight damage to outer side wall.

Rear brake pads look about 3/4 worn.

Pass 26 Feb 2016 94,762 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 81,471 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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CA61 DYU is a 2012 Audi A6 in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2012 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 88,066 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 CA61 DYU, 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 14 years old, this Audi A6 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CA61 DYU registered?

CA61 DYU is a 2012 Audi A6, first registered on 11 January 2012.

Is CA61 DYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA61 DYU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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