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N242 XCT

1996 Audi A6

Blue Petrol 2598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

186,541 mi
Last recorded186,541 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2010
Typical for 1996 Audi A6145,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN242 XCT
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2010 186,541 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 186,541 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2009 186,483 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 176,783 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 167,775 miles

Nearside Front 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 2 Mar 2006 154,215 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise front number plate slightly discoloured but not unreadable

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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N242 XCT is a 1996 Audi A6 in Blue with a 2,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N242 XCT, 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 N242 XCT registered?

N242 XCT is a 1996 Audi A6, first registered on 5 January 1996.

Is N242 XCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N242 XCT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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