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L17 DCN

2007 Audi A6

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

141,971 mi
Last recorded141,971 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 2007 Audi A6110,176 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL17 DCN
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 141,971 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres out of shape

Pass 25 Aug 2021 132,676 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2021 132,502 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users diesel leak around pipes on the top of the fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 126,996 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 117,826 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Dec 2018 117,826 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2017 110,590 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2017 110,590 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 104,885 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2015 95,429 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 83,042 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 83,033 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 79,243 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 76,181 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2012 73,127 miles

Inner faces of front discs starting to corrode.

Fail 8 Feb 2012 73,069 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Inner faces of front discs starting to corrode.

Pass 16 Feb 2011 67,850 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 59,678 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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L17 DCN is a 2007 Audi A6 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2007 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 110,176 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 L17 DCN, 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 19 years old, this Audi A6 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L17 DCN registered?

L17 DCN is a 2007 Audi A6, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is L17 DCN safe to buy?

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