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P208 RTM

1997 Audi A6

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

197,604 mi
Last recorded197,604 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2018
Typical for 1997 Audi A6133,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP208 RTM
MakeAudi
ModelA6
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2018 197,604 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2016 197,215 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 191,847 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 190,165 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 188,084 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 184,465 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 16 Nov 2011 177,650 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 161,270 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)

petrol pipes rusty

Pass 19 Nov 2009 151,441 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 142,008 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 130,913 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2007 130,869 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 112,855 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 112,855 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Nov 2005 104,537 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 186,858 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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P208 RTM is a 1997 Audi A6 in Green with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Audi A6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 133,271 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 P208 RTM, 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 29 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 P208 RTM registered?

P208 RTM is a 1997 Audi A6, first registered on 23 January 1997.

Is P208 RTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P208 RTM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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