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DE53 DOU

2003 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,105 mi
Last recorded127,105 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Audi A6108,650 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 DOU
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2017 127,105 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush the pair of upper arms on both ns and os are deteriorating but it is not excessive (2.5.A.1c)

Offside wing mirror carcked

undertrays fitted obscuring view of testable components

Fail 16 Nov 2017 127,105 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play track rod end (2.2.B.1f)

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush the pair of upper arms on both ns and os are deteriorating but it is not excessive (2.5.A.1c)

Offside wing mirror carcked

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to legal limit osr inner (3.5.1g)

undertrays fitted obscuring view of testable components

Pass 23 Nov 2016 121,374 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 108,989 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 97,824 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 87,536 miles

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

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

Offside Outer Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Nov 2012 77,582 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 77,581 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 64,820 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2011 64,795 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 49,823 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2009 31,778 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2008 16,871 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 15,613 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 13,134 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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DE53 DOU is a 2003 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 DE53 DOU, 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 DE53 DOU registered?

DE53 DOU is a 2003 Audi A6, first registered on 3 September 2003.

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