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FY51 DYO

2001 Audi A6

Blue Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2015
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

154,957 mi
Last recorded154,957 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 Audi A6116,269 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 DYO
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2014 154,957 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Oil leak

Rear exhaust heat sheild insecure

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Dec 2014 154,957 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust heat sheild insecure

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nail in offside front tyre

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 144,496 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2012 129,961 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 8 Dec 2011 115,129 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 94,854 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 92,164 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 84,391 miles

Offside headlamp beam image has no kickup

Fail 12 Dec 2008 84,391 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside headlamp beam image has no kickup

Pass 16 Jan 2008 78,545 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 78,545 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 22 Nov 2007 78,359 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 72,526 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 59,696 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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FY51 DYO is a 2001 Audi A6 in Blue with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 116,269 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 FY51 DYO, 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 25 years old, this Audi A6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY51 DYO?

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What year was FY51 DYO registered?

FY51 DYO is a 2001 Audi A6, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is FY51 DYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 DYO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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