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FV53 DZM

2003 Audi A6

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

157,098 mi
Last recorded157,098 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Audi A6108,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 DZM
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2014 157,098 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 157,098 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 31 May 2013 134,157 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 134,136 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 120,751 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

o/s/r coil spring lower rubber seat split.

Fail 18 Jul 2012 120,751 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

o/s/r coil spring lower rubber seat split.

Pass 16 Jun 2007 40,278 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 35,501 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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FV53 DZM is a 2003 Audi A6 in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FV53 DZM, 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 FV53 DZM registered?

FV53 DZM is a 2003 Audi A6, first registered on 3 November 2003.

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