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N616 TEG

1996 Audi A6

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

246,786 mi
Last recorded246,786 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2010
Typical for 1996 Audi A6145,067 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN616 TEG
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2010 246,786 miles

Oil leak

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

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 25 Feb 2010 246,786 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

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

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 234,520 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 26 Feb 2009 234,520 miles

Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 220,649 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2008 220,649 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 209,523 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 19 Feb 2007 209,523 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 197,875 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

fuel pipes corroded

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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N616 TEG is a 1996 Audi A6 in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 N616 TEG, 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 N616 TEG registered?

N616 TEG is a 1996 Audi A6, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N616 TEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N616 TEG shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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