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FM53 LXO

2004 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 1871cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

228,199 mi
Last recorded228,199 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 Audi A6108,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 LXO
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,871cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 228,199 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 222,677 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Oct 2021 216,356 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 210,055 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear/mid exhaust heat shield is loose

Fail 2 Nov 2020 210,046 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear/mid exhaust heat shield is loose

Pass 3 May 2019 201,279 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both front's (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 May 2018 191,693 miles

Nearside Rear slight brake bind

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 185,187 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 176,588 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 166,937 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

both front anti roll bar links have perished and worn bushes

both front head lamp lenses are faded

o/s/f indecator bulb faded

Pass 26 Jun 2014 160,374 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 149,468 miles

both front tyres worn unevenly

n/s/r tyre stepped on inner edge

Pass 21 Mar 2012 145,501 miles

uneven front tyre wear

Pass 21 Mar 2011 141,878 miles

engine under tray damaged

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 24 Feb 2010 135,317 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 129,698 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 125,025 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 119,118 miles

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

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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FM53 LXO is a 2004 Audi A6 in Blue with a 1,871cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2004 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 108,053 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 FM53 LXO, 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 22 years old, this Audi A6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM53 LXO registered?

FM53 LXO is a 2004 Audi A6, first registered on 15 January 2004.

Is FM53 LXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 LXO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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