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N199 JWY

1996 Audi A6

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

117,959 mi
Last recorded117,959 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2015
Typical for 1996 Audi A6145,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN199 JWY
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2015 117,959 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 115,647 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

signs of perishing on nearside rear tyre

Fail 15 Dec 2014 115,646 miles

Nearside 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 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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

signs of perishing on nearside rear tyre

Pass 15 Jul 2013 112,887 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 112,887 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

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

fuel pipes coroded

Pass 1 May 2012 110,780 miles

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

fuel pipes coroded

Pass 3 May 2011 109,359 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 106,858 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 104,588 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 104,508 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 15 May 2008 103,299 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 103,299 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2007 102,298 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 100,402 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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N199 JWY is a 1996 Audi A6 in Green with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 145,067 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 N199 JWY, 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 30 years old, this Audi A6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N199 JWY registered?

N199 JWY is a 1996 Audi A6, first registered on 30 March 1996.

Is N199 JWY safe to buy?

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