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N46 VFJ

1996 Audi A6

Green Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

187,495 mi
Last recorded187,495 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 1996 Audi A6145,067 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN46 VFJ
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 187,495 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 165,848 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Feb 2017 165,817 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp is missing. (3.4.1a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 243,695 miles

Front wings corroded, no sharp edges.

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015

front wings bubbled by corrosion

Pass 4 Feb 2014

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

Fail 4 Feb 2014

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 25 Feb 2013

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2013
Fail 20 Feb 2012

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Feb 2012
Fail 23 Feb 2011

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Feb 2011
Pass 24 Feb 2010 211,437 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 211,437 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2009 199,571 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Feb 2009 199,571 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 184,590 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 184,590 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 30 Jan 2007 166,633 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 166,633 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 160,459 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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N46 VFJ is a 1996 Audi A6 in Green with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 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 N46 VFJ, 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 N46 VFJ registered?

N46 VFJ is a 1996 Audi A6, first registered on 22 March 1996.

Is N46 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N46 VFJ shows 22 tests with a 59.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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