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FL53 VAE

2003 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 1871cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

192,159 mi
Last recorded192,159 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A6108,650 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 VAE
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,871cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2014 192,159 miles

rear brake pads getting low

slightly less damping effect to offside front shock absorber

Fail 10 Jul 2014 192,159 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake pads getting low

slightly less damping effect to offside front shock absorber

Pass 26 Jun 2013 175,524 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

exhaust rusty

n/s rear wheel damaged on the inside rim

o/s front seat belt damaged

Fail 26 Jun 2013 175,524 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

exhaust rusty

n/s rear wheel damaged on the inside rim

o/s front seat belt damaged

Pass 27 Jul 2012 162,427 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

nearside rear tyre is wearing on outer edge

Pass 11 Jul 2011 156,104 miles

Difficulty in fully assessing vehicle structure - sill covers fitted

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

Fail 9 Jul 2011 156,101 miles

rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Difficulty in fully assessing vehicle structure - sill covers fitted

Front brake discs generally poor - corrosion/wear ridges present - some unbalance and judder recorded

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

Pass 2 Aug 2010 150,953 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 131,252 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s headlamp beam pattern is flat, suspect headlamp is set to tourist mode

Pass 15 Sep 2008 98,664 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 98,661 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 62,918 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Sep 2007 62,918 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 34,099 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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FL53 VAE is a 2003 Audi A6 in Blue with a 1,871cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FL53 VAE, 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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FL53 VAE is a 2003 Audi A6, first registered on 16 September 2003.

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