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ML51 GLV

2001 Audi A6

Blue Petrol 2393cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,495 mi
Last recorded119,495 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Audi A6116,269 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML51 GLV
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,393cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 119,495 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2015 112,980 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 112,980 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 105,249 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 105,249 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Nov 2013 95,256 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 95,256 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 86,137 miles

Both headlamp outer lenses are deteriorating.

Heavy stress cracking in nearside driveshaft outer CVJ gaiter.

Pass 15 Nov 2011 83,291 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 81,141 miles

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

Underside of car is very muddy obscuring bodywork and suspension and brakes. Vehicle should be presented in clean condition.

Pass 4 Nov 2009 71,449 miles

plastic covers on bodysills prevent a thorough examination

Pass 12 Nov 2008 63,098 miles

plastic c overs on bodysills prevent proper examination

small gouge in offside tyre outer wall

Pass 19 Nov 2007 56,411 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 50,130 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 50,130 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges.

Pass 5 Oct 2005 41,577 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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ML51 GLV is a 2001 Audi A6 in Blue with a 2,393cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ML51 GLV, 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.

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ML51 GLV is a 2001 Audi A6, first registered on 3 October 2001.

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