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DE02 PLJ

2002 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

164,971 mi
Last recorded164,971 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2012
Typical for 2002 Audi A6115,166 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE02 PLJ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2012 164,971 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 125,584 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 102,493 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

slight leak from c/v boot clip.

Pass 14 Jan 2009 83,294 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2009 83,294 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2007 63,229 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 63,229 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2006 56,295 miles

rear discs slightly rusty

under side of vehicle fitted with covers unable to see some testable items

Pass 12 Sep 2006 55,868 miles

rear brake discs rusty

Pass 21 Jun 2006 52,701 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 52,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

both front tyres worn on the inside edges

rear o/s tyre slightly deformed

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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DE02 PLJ is a 2002 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 115,166 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 DE02 PLJ, 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 24 years old, this Audi A6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DE02 PLJ registered?

DE02 PLJ is a 2002 Audi A6, first registered on 5 August 2002.

Is DE02 PLJ safe to buy?

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